Logistics Coordinator

Givens Packing & Crating; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Givens Logistics in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a detail-oriented Logistics/Brokerage Coordinator to manage multiple shipments from pickup through delivery. This full-time role requires strong negotiation and communication with customers and carriers, adept problem-solving, and the ability to stay organized in a fast-paced environment; salary range $52k-$68k depending on experience.

Experience in logistics or brokerage is preferred, proficiency with Excel and TMS is a plus, and bilingual

Qualifications

• Detail orientation and strong follow-through.
• Confident communicator with negotiation skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced logistics setting.
• Experience in logistics, trucking, brokerage, dispatch, customer service, or operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily shipments from pickup through delivery.
• Negotiate rates with carriers and support pricing conversations with customers.
• Communicate professionally with customers, carriers, drivers, and internal teams.
• Track shipments, resolve issues, and provide timely updates.
• Enter load details, shipment notes, billing information, and carrier updates into the TMS.
• Assist with carrier setup, documentation, and compliance follow-up.
• Support account managers, billing, collections, and operations as needed.
• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving logistics environment.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Negotiation

Communication

Multitasking

Bilingual English/Spanish

Team player

Tools

Excel

TMS systems

Job description

$52k- $68k yearly, based on experience

Chesapeake, VA

Full-Time, 8am-5pm

Givens Logistics is looking for a detail-oriented, competitive, and driven Logistics/Brokerage Coordinator to join our brokerage team. This role is ideal for someone who can manage multiple shipments at once, communicate professionally with customers and carriers, negotiate rates, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.

The right candidate will be sharp, dependable, and comfortable making decisions under pressure. We are looking for someone who takes ownership, follows up without being asked, and understands that small details can create big problems in transportation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily shipments from pickup through delivery
• Negotiate rates with carriers and support pricing conversations with customers
• Communicate professionally with customers, carriers, drivers, and internal teams
• Track shipments, resolve issues, and provide timely updates
• Enter load details, shipment notes, billing information, and carrier updates into the TMS
• Assist with carrier setup, documentation, and compliance follow-up
• Support account managers, billing, collections, and operations as needed
• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving logistics environment

Ideal Candidate

• Strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Confident communicator with strong negotiation skills
• Competitive mindset and ability to work under pressure
• Organized, reliable, and comfortable multitasking
• Experience in logistics, trucking, brokerage, dispatch, customer service, or operations preferred
• McLeod / PowerBroker experience is a plus, but not required
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
• Former student-athletes are encouraged to apply
• Comfortable using Excel, email, TMS systems, and other technology platforms

What We’re Looking For

We want someone who can think ahead, catch mistakes before they become problems, and communicate clearly with both customers and carriers. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys competition, problem-solving, negotiation, and working in a team environment where performance matters.