Logistics Account Manager

The Perfect Freight Source, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

A fast-growing logistics provider is seeking a highly motivated Logistics Account Manager to enhance supplier relationships and streamline operations. Key responsibilities include managing carrier interactions, resolving logistical issues, and reporting on performance metrics. The ideal candidate has a strong background in freight brokerage, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently as well as within a team while managing multiple priorities. This position offers significant opportunity for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a freight brokerage or third party-logistics environment.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in customer service and sales.
• Familiarity in over-the-road trucking (TL and LTL modes).

Responsibilities

• Work closely with carriers and customers to build strong relationships.
• Resolve transportation issues, delays, and supply management concerns.
• Provide regular reports to upper management on logistics concerns.

Skills

Freight brokerage experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Account management

Customer service experience

Critical thinking

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

logistics software (TMS, EDI, Load Boards)

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Paid Time Off
• Career Growth Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and energetic Logistics Account Manager to join our team. As our Logistics Account Manager, you will be working closely with other departments and our transportation partners to build lasting, meaningful relationships. You will be identifying areas of improvement within our supply chain and implementing changes to save time and money, keeping accurate records of day-to-day operations, and presenting reports to upper management. The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, and excellent communication skills, and can work both independently and as part of a larger team.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with carriers and customers/shippers to build strong, lasting relationships
• Work quickly and efficiently to resolve any transportation issues, delays, and supply management concerns
• Maintain accurate records of shipments, deliveries, and other logistics concerns utilizing our TMS
• Provide regular reports to upper management on logistics concerns, progress, and performance
• Track and trace shipments and provide timely updates to customers
• Broker freight

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a freight brokerage or third party-logistics environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in customer service and sales.
• Ability to critically think, prioritize and effectively communicate.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Account management skills.
• The ability to multitask, shift priorities, and work under deadlines.
• Familiarity with computer programs such as Microsoft Office and logistics software (TMS, EDI, Load Boards).
• Familiarity in over-the-road trucking (TL and LTL modes) as well as well versed in Flatbed, Dry Van, Refrigerated and Over-Dimensional freight.
• Preferred Bachelor's Degree.

About

The Perfect Freight Source is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) logistic provider that delivers transportation solutions to some of the world’s successful companies. We are a small, fast growing company that offers massive opportunity for growth within.