Freight & Logistics Coordinator — Assistant

Alter Trading; Creve Coeur (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Alter Trading Corp in St. Louis, Missouri seeks an Assistant Traffic Coordinator to support freight operations across facilities and broker accounts. You will coordinate and dispatch non-ferrous shipments, negotiate rates, and ensure on-time pickups and deliveries.

The role requires 2–3 years in traffic/transportation, strong communication, and proficiency in Word and Excel. Bachelor's degree is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in traffic/transportation.
• Highly detail-oriented.
• Excellent communication skills for coordinating carriers, facilities, traders, and suppliers.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and dispatch non-ferrous truck shipments.
• Negotiate freight rates with carriers.
• Ensure on-time pickup and delivery between facilities and broker accounts.
• Monitor carrier performance and adjust routes to reduce costs.
• Maintain freight rate database.
• Back up other traffic coordinators as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Negotiation

Logistics

Freight management software

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Freight management software

Job description

Alter Trading Corp in St. Louis, Missouri seeks an Assistant Traffic Coordinator to support freight operations across facilities and broker accounts. You will coordinate and dispatch non-ferrous shipments, negotiate rates, and ensure on-time pickups and deliveries.

The role requires 2–3 years in traffic/transportation, strong communication, and proficiency in Word and Excel. Bachelor's degree is preferred but not required.