Logistics Coordinator

Marten Transport, Ltd.; Edwardsville (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Marten Transport, Ltd. is seeking a Logistics Customer Service Rep in Edwardsville, Kansas, responsible for driving revenue and margin goals. This role involves negotiating with clients, mentoring new employees, and ensuring safety standards of carriers. Candidates should have strong verbal and written communication abilities, organizational skills, and preferably a college degree with experience in sales or marketing. This is an opportunity to join a thriving logistics team.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational ability, detail-oriented in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to solve problems efficiently and remain calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Drive daily and weekly load count, revenue, and margin goals for a specific region.
• Negotiate pricing and solicit business from existing customers.
• Act as a mentor for new employees and assist in training.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational ability

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving ability

Computer experience (Windows and Excel)

Education

College degree preferred

Job description

Career Opportunities with Marten Transport

Purpose

Logistics Customer Service Rep supports the profitable growth for Marten Transport Logistics, LLC.

Responsibilities

• Drive daily and weekly load count, revenue and margin goals for a specific region.
• Develop current carrier base for consistent lane specific volumes.
• Negotiate pricing and solicit business from our existing customers to secure freight for our contracted carriers.
• Work directly with sales and management to assist in developing pricing for larger customers.
• Monitor EDI system for available freight. Make sure correct reason codes are included on all rejected shipments.
• Act as a mentor for new employees and assist in training as needed.
• Identify new traffic lanes for potential growth.
• Verify all carriers used meet Marten Transport Logistics, LLC safety standards.
• Meet departmental and personal profit margin goals.
• Travel up to 10% of scheduled time throughout the year.
• Work independently and as a cohesive member of a team to maximize Marten Transport Logistics, LLC profitability.
• Other duties as assigned by authorized personnel.

Abilities / Skills Required

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational ability, detail oriented, ability to handle a fast pace work environment. Ability to solve problems efficiently and remain calm under pressure. Self motivated, with negotiation skills. Computer experience necessary: Windows and Excel or similar programs.

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit for extended periods of time. Manual dexterity for data entry, stooping, bending for filing, good listening and speaking ability.

Education / Training Required

College degree preferred along with previous experience in sales/ marketing. Previous experience in trucking industry a plus.