Logistics Coordinator

FLS Transportation Services; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

FLS Transportation Service in Charleston is seeking an energetic Transportation Brokerage Logistics Coordinator to support rapid growth. You will negotiate rates with carriers, schedule shipments, and use software tools to locate carrier equipment while tracking shipments and addressing issues in transit.

The role emphasizes a strong customer service mindset, data entry skills, and the ability to handle multiple priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1–2 years experience in freight brokerage/3PL.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong customer service, communication, and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate rates with carriers to maximize profitability and efficiency.
• Schedule and coordinate shipments.
• Use software tools to locate carrier equipment.
• Track and trace shipments and resolve issues during transit.
• Communicate service issues with Account Manager.
• Perform sourcing activities and develop carrier rates.
• Pursue new business opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Data entry systems

Job description

FLS Transportation Service seeks an energetic Transportation Brokerage Logistics Coordinator to join our rapidly growing organization.

We deliverexceptional customer experiencesfor one of North America's biggest brands. We've been doing it for three decades and we're only getting started. Our success has been a result ofour team. We've built avibrant cultureof employees who believe in thecore valuesof dreaming big, working hard, learning constantly, and enjoying life! We'd love to hear from you if you're looking to dogreat work with great people.

Responsibilities:

• Negotiate rates with carriers to maximize profitability and improve efficiency;
• Schedule/Coordinate shipments;
• Use various software tools to assist in finding carrier equipment;
• Track and trace shipments with carriers and address any issues during transit;
• Communicate service issues with the appropriate Account Manager;
• Perform sourcing activities, including targeting new carriers, negotiating and developing carrier rates, and sourcing and selecting the most efficient carriers;
• Perform market research for customer quoting and spot market opportunities;
• Assist in pursuing new business opportunities;
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by your supervisor.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 1-2 years Experience in freight brokerage/3PL, with a desire to grow professionally ;
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines;
• Demonstrated ability to stay current and accurately interpret industry trends;
• A true passion for sales and logistics - must be a self-starter, self-directed and highly motivated.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, and data entry systems);
• Ability to positively influence culture and behavior and work effectively with all levels within the company;
• Career driven - this is not just a job but an opportunity to grow;