Freight Specialist

Northwest Transportation Services, Inc.; Washington; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Transportation Services, Inc. in Washington state is seeking a Freight Specialist to manage the transportation of goods and ensure cost-efficient, on-time movement of cargo.

You will coordinate logistics, negotiate carrier rates, monitor shipments, and handle required documentation while working to resolve delays or damages. Ideal candidates have strong customer service, dispatching, data-entry skills, and familiarity with regulations and supply chain software.

Qualifications

• Experience in freight/logistics coordination.
• Ability to negotiate carrier rates and manage shipments.
• Strong data entry and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate transportation of goods to ensure timely delivery.
• Negotiate rates with carriers and track shipments.
• Handle documentation and resolve delays or damages.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Rate negotiation

Customer service

Data entry

Tools

TMS software

Carrier management system

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for aFreight Specialist who willmanagethe transportation of goods, ensuring efficient and cost-effective movement of cargo. They coordinate logistics, negotiate rates with carriers, track shipments, handle documentation, and resolve issues like delays or damages. Familiarity with regulations, customs, and supply chain software is key. This is a full time position with competitive pay and benefits.

Position Details:

Excellent customer service, dispatching, data entry, managing/monitoring loads, etc.

Company Description

Northwest Transportation Services, Inc. is a third party logistic (3PL) corporation with over 30 years of industry experience. NWTS specializes in hauling bulk commodities throughout the continental United States.