Logistics Account Specialist – Des Moines (Hybrid/In-Office)

S&S Employment Partners; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

S&S Employment Partners in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Logistics Account Representative to maintain strong client relationships, coordinate freight bookings, and negotiate with carriers. This on-site role offers a base salary up to $55,000 per year with an excellent benefits package.

Hours are Mon-Fri 7am-4pm or 8am-5pm, with potential hybrid scheduling. Candidates should have 2-5 years in transportation/logistics with account management focus and strong negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-5 years’ experience in transportation/logistics with account management focus.
• Experience booking trucks and negotiating with carriers.
• Strong understanding of transportation modes (FTL, LTL, Open Deck, Drayage).
• Familiarity with industry-specific technologies.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary point of contact for clients.
• Ensure logistics needs are met in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Booking freight.
• Managing shipments.
• Coordinating transportation services.
• Addressing/resolving issues related to transportation, carrier performance.
• Tracking shipments.
• Analyzing performance metrics.
• Providing reports.
• Staying updated on industry trends.

Skills

Account management

Carrier negotiation

Logistics knowledge

Industry tech

Negotiation

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Team player

Experience 2-5y

Job description

S&S Employment Partners in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Logistics Account Representative to maintain strong client relationships, coordinate freight bookings, and negotiate with carriers. This on-site role offers a base salary up to $55,000 per year with an excellent benefits package.

Hours are Mon-Fri 7am-4pm or 8am-5pm, with potential hybrid scheduling. Candidates should have 2-5 years in transportation/logistics with account management focus and strong negotiation skills.