Freight Weight & Research Coordinator

Saia Inc.; Edwardsville (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia Inc. in the United States is seeking a professional to oversee the weighing and research program for designated terminals, ensuring accurate weight representations and proper classification for shipments.

You will collaborate with dock, regional, and IT teams to address equipment issues, support accurate invoicing, and provide NMFC information to customers. Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of related experience preferred; travel and flexible hours required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of weight and research or transportation experience.
• Working knowledge of the National Motor Freight Classification, packaging, and regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Oversees dockworker performance to ensure compliant use of weighing, dimensioning equipment, and dock procedures.
• Collaborates with regional and terminal operations teams to address personnel issues related to weight and research process compliance.
• Coordinates with maintenance and information technology teams to address forklift scale and dimensioning equipment issues.
• Facilitates accurate invoicing through freight inspection, dimensioner data analysis, product research, and shipper classifications.
• Documents weight and research changes for efficient dispute resolution and freight charge collections.
• Aids the sales team with necessary National Motor Freight Classification information for customers.

Skills

Weight & research experience

NMFC knowledge

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in transportation, business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Saia Inc. in the United States is seeking a professional to oversee the weighing and research program for designated terminals, ensuring accurate weight representations and proper classification for shipments.

You will collaborate with dock, regional, and IT teams to address equipment issues, support accurate invoicing, and provide NMFC information to customers. Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of related experience preferred; travel and flexible hours required.