Freight Brokerage Logistics Specialist

Mercer Technical Services; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with immediate matching andvest

Comprehensive benefits

PPO, HSA, FSA

Cost savings and efficiency programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Mercer Technical Services (MTS), a Quanta Services company, is seeking a Logistics Coordinator in Spring, TX to coordinate end-to-end freight movements and ensure on-time delivery across multiple lanes and modes.

You will source and secure capacity with carriers and brokers, negotiate rates, manage load lifecycles, and maintain clear communication with drivers and internal teams to drive cost efficiency and project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field preferred.
• 1–5+ years of experience in freight brokerage, 3PL, or transportation logistics, with direct experience booking loads, sourcing capacity, negotiating carrier rates, and managing shipments end-to-end
• Strong understanding of FTL/LTL, carrier networks, freight lanes, and market pricing
• Experience operating in a fast-paced, high-volume brokerage or logistics environment, managing multiple shipments simultaneously
• Experience with flatbed, heavy haul, or project-based freight, ideally supporting construction, energy, or infrastructure projects
• Ability to negotiate effectively, build carrier relationships, and secure capacity quickly

Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end freight movements (FTL, LTL, flatbed, specialized equipment) from origin to delivery
• Source and secure capacity by working directly with carriers, brokers, and transportation providers
• Negotiate rates and service terms to ensure cost-effective and reliable transportation solutions
• Manage load lifecycle including loading posting/coverage, rate confirmations, tracking and check calls, delivery verification
• Maintain constant communication with drivers, carriers, and internal stakeholders to ensure execution
• Track shipments in real-time and proactively resolve delays, breakdowns, or reassignments
• Build and maintain relationships with carrier networks and transportation partners
• Utilize TMS platforms and load boards to manage and execute shipments
• Support high-volume operations by managing multiple loads and lanes simultaneously
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, efficiency improvements, and process optimization

Skills

Freight brokerage

3PL

Carrier sourcing

Rate negotiation

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Multi-lane coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field

Tools

TMS platforms

DAT

Truckstop

Job description

Mercer Technical Services (MTS), a Quanta Services company, is seeking a Logistics Coordinator in Spring, TX to coordinate end-to-end freight movements and ensure on-time delivery across multiple lanes and modes.

You will source and secure capacity with carriers and brokers, negotiate rates, manage load lifecycles, and maintain clear communication with drivers and internal teams to drive cost efficiency and project execution.