Intermodal Freight Routing & Quotes Specialist

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd.; Virginia Beach, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. in Virginia Beach seeks an experienced logistics professional to quote, route, and optimize inland container movements.

The role involves securing competitive rates, negotiating with truckers, and handling SAP invoicing and rail billing to ensure smooth intermodal operations. The candidate should have a high school diploma (bachelor’s preferred) and about 3 years of experience in logistics operations, including container shipping.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in logistics operating positions preferred.
• Experience in container shipping logistics is a plus.
• Strong negotiation and routing skills for cost-effective movement.

Responsibilities

• Provide quotes and routes for inland container movements.
• Secure rates and negotiate with truckers for spot business.
• Set up invoices in SAP and transmit rail bills.
• Update routing costs and maintain route preferences in systems.
• Manage rail, truck, and barge movements and related issues.
• Collaborate with vendors to ensure timely container availability.

Skills

Quotes & rates

Intermodal routing

Rate negotiation

Logistics planning

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

IQ Ship

Job description

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. in Virginia Beach seeks an experienced logistics professional to quote, route, and optimize inland container movements.

The role involves securing competitive rates, negotiating with truckers, and handling SAP invoicing and rail billing to ensure smooth intermodal operations. The candidate should have a high school diploma (bachelor’s preferred) and about 3 years of experience in logistics operations, including container shipping.