Freight Specialist

Petroleum Traders Corp; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Petroleum Traders Corporation seeks a Freight Department Specialist to support freight operations, negotiate carrier rates, and maintain rate tables across locations. You will audit carrier data, assist multiple departments, and ensure accurate documentation in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong organization, excellent communication, and the ability to adapt quickly, with on-site work in a busy freight setting.

Qualifications

• Adapt to a fast-paced freight environment with changing priorities.
• Be highly organized with strong attention to detail and deadlines.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Multitask, prioritize assignments, and manage competing deadlines.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong analytical and organizational abilities.
• Maintain accurate carrier agreements and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Supply departments with accurate and timely carrier freight rates.
• Negotiate freight rates with carriers and evaluate pricing.
• Set up and maintain freight rate tables across multiple locations.
• Maintain and update fuel surcharge tables.
• Research, evaluate, and vet new carriers.
• Set up new and existing carriers at multiple locations.
• Obtain, update, organize, and file carrier agreements and documentation.
• Audit carrier information, loading numbers, and terminal activity for accuracy.
• Perform daily insurance audits to ensure carriers have current coverage.
• Resolve loading, allocation, and carrier-related issues.
• Troubleshoot problems affecting freight operations and supply chain.
• Provide administrative support to Supply, Sales, Logistics, and other departments.
• Communicate effectively with carriers and internal teams to resolve issues.
• Perform other freight and administrative duties as needed.

Skills

Fast-paced environment adaptation

Highly organized with attention to det

Self-motivated and independent work

Multitask and meet deadlines

Negotiation and problem-solving

Excellent written and verbal comms

Teamwork and collaboration

Analytical and organizational skills

Maintain accurate records

Willingness to work overtime

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Freight Department Specialist

Petroleum Traders Corporation is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented individual to join our Freight Department. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to multitask and adapt quickly in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.

This position plays an important role in supporting our freight operations, carrier network, supply chain, and internal departments.

Responsibilities

• Supply departments with accurate and timely carrier freight rates
• Negotiate freight rates with carriers and evaluate competitive pricing
• Set up and maintain freight rate tables across multiple locations
• Maintain and update fuel surcharge tables
• Research, evaluate, and vet new carriers
• Set up new and existing carriers at multiple locations
• Obtain, update, organize, and electronically file carrier agreements and related documentation
• Audit carrier information, loading numbers, and related terminal activity for accuracy
• Perform daily insurance audits to ensure carriers maintain current coverage with no lapses
• Resolve loading, allocation, and carrier-related issues
• Troubleshoot problems that may affect freight operations and the overall supply chain
• Provide administrative support to Supply, Sales, Logistics, and other internal departments
• Communicate effectively with carriers and internal team members to resolve issues and maintain efficient operations
• Perform other freight and administrative duties as needed

Qualifications & Requirements

• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment with rapidly changing priorities
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to multitask, prioritize assignments, and manage competing deadlines
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills with the ability to think outside the box
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong analytical and organizational abilities
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation
• Ability to work overtime when needed

Work Environment

This is a full-time, on-site position. The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a fast-paced freight environment where priorities and market conditions can change quickly.