Logistics Coordinator

Givens Talent; 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 join our brokerage team. This position involves managing multiple shipments, negotiating rates, and communicating with customers and carriers efficiently.

The ideal candidate should have strong attention to detail, negotiation skills, and the ability to work well under pressure. Experience in logistics or customer service is preferred.

Salary ranges from $52k to $68k annually based on experience.

Qualifications

• 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 or customer service preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
• Comfortable using Excel and TMS systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily shipments from pickup through delivery.
• Negotiate rates with carriers and support pricing conversations.
• Communicate professionally with customers and internal teams.
• Track shipments, resolve issues, and provide timely updates.
• Enter load details and billing information into the TMS.
• Assist with carrier setup and compliance follow-up.
• Support account managers and operations as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Negotiation skills

Communication

Multitasking

Tools

McLeod

PowerBroker

Technology platforms

Job description

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.

Location: Chesapeake, VA

Job Id: 272

# of Openings: 1

Schedule: Full‑Time, 8am-5pm

Salary: $52k ‑ $68k yearly, based on experience

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.