Freight Logistics Coordinator: Carrier Negotiator

Paylocity; Kalona (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Awesome Refrigerated Transit of Iowa is seeking a Freight Logistics Coordinator to help move shipments, coordinate dispatch, and build strong carrier relationships at our Kalona, IA office. This early-career role emphasizes problem solving, customer service, and timely communication, with on-call rotation evenings/weekends.

The position requires on-site availability, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in freight brokerage, transportation, dispatch, logistics coordination, or a related field preferred.
• Working knowledge of DOT regulations, Hours of Service (HOS), and transportation operations preferred. (Training provided)
• Strong communication, customer service, and relationship-building skills with customers, carriers, and team members.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities with strong attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and transportation management systems.
• Positive, dependable, adaptable with a strong sense of urgency, accountability, and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Willingness to participate in an evening and weekend on-call rotation.
• Committed to our mission, values, and delivering exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Schedule loads while ensuring compliance with Federal, State, and location regulations.
• Dispatch drivers based on customer needs and HOS limitations.
• Build relationships with carriers by soliciting the capacity of trucks and freight, meeting cost/revenue expectations for each customer.
• Create loads, set appointments for broker freight, track and trace loads, and troubleshoot problems that may occur.
• Solicit new and existing customers for freight.
• Use Load Boards to find backhauls.
• Source carriers, negotiate rates, and sell freight to carriers.
• Track shipments and provide updates to the customers daily.
• Generate business leads.
• Participate in scheduling trucks each week.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Dispatch

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Transportation management systems

Education

High School Diploma

Associate or Bachelor in Logistics/Business/Supply Chain

Tools

Transportation management systems

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Awesome Refrigerated Transit of Iowa is seeking a Freight Logistics Coordinator to help move shipments, coordinate dispatch, and build strong carrier relationships at our Kalona, IA office. This early-career role emphasizes problem solving, customer service, and timely communication, with on-call rotation evenings/weekends.

The position requires on-site availability, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining compliance with regulations.