Logistics Coordinator

Giltner Transportation; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Giltner Transportation is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to build and secure carrier capacity, negotiate rates, and manage freight from pickup to on-time delivery while cultivating trusted carrier and customer relationships.

This role requires a business-minded professional with industry experience, strong communication, and an analytical approach to drive margin and consistent service. Valid driver's license and willingness to work occasional after-hours support the corporate goals.

Qualifications

• 1+ year in B2B transportation/logistics sales or related field.
• Strong communication skills via phone, email, and in person.
• Analytical mindset for reading and acting on business data and reports.
• Tech savvy with Microsoft Office and familiarity with TMS platforms.
• Willingness to work after-hours or weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Build Carrier Network: Develop and maintain strong outside-carrier relationships to ensure consistent capacity.
• Negotiate & Maximize Margin: Secure competitive carrier rates that meet or exceed margin targets while protecting profitability.
• Deliver Service Excellence: Track and manage every shipment, proactively communicating updates to guarantee on-time, damage-free delivery.
• Expand Business: Identify and solicit new lanes through spot and contracted rates within your client base.
• Achieve Results: Consistently meet or surpass revenue and margin goals for assigned accounts.

Skills

Industry Experience

Strong Communication

Analytical Mindset

Tech Savvy

Work Ethic & Flexibility

Tools

Microsoft Office

TMS platforms

Job description

As a Logistics Coordinator at Giltner, you’ll be the driving force behind building and securing carrier capacity. You’ll negotiate rates, manage freight from pickup to on-time delivery, and create lasting relationships with trusted carriers and customers. Your mission is simple but critical: ensure every load is covered with precision, reliability, and profit.

As a Logistics Coordinator at Giltner, you’ll be the driving force behind building and securing carrier capacity. You’ll negotiate rates, manage freight from pickup to on-time delivery, and create lasting relationships with trusted carriers and customers. Your mission is simple but critical: ensure every load is covered with precision, reliability, and profit.

Key Responsibilities

As a Logistics Coordinator at Giltner, you’ll be the driving force behind building and securing carrier capacity. You’ll negotiate rates, manage freight from pickup to on-time delivery, and create lasting relationships with trusted carriers and customers. Your mission is simple but critical: ensure every load is covered with precision, reliability, and profit.

• Build Carrier Network: Develop and maintain strong outside-carrier relationships to ensure consistent capacity.
• Negotiate & Maximize Margin: Secure competitive carrier rates that meet or exceed margin targets while protecting profitability.
• Deliver Service Excellence: Track and manage every shipment, proactively communicating updates to guarantee on-time, damage-free delivery.
• Expand Business: Identify and solicit new lanes through spot and contracted rates within your client base.
• Achieve Results: Consistently meet or surpass revenue and margin goals for assigned accounts.

What You Bring

• Industry Experience: 1+ year in B2B transportation/logistics sales or a related technical field.
• Strong Communication: Skilled in presenting ideas via phone, email, and in person.
• Analytical Mindset: Ability to read, interpret, and act on business data and reports.
• Tech Savvy: Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word & Excel) and familiarity with TMS platforms.
• Work Ethic & Flexibility: Comfortable with occasional after-hours or weekend work driven by customer needs.

Core Competencies

• Adaptability
• Building Trusting Relationships
• Collaboration
• Clear Communication
• Continuous Learning
• Initiative
• High Work Standards

Why Join Giltner?

• Competitive base pay with uncapped commissions and bonuses
• Unlimited PTO
• Aflac Insurance options
• 401(k) with company match through Edward Jones
• High-energy, fun environment with real opportunities for advancement
• Ongoing job-specific training and professional development

Our Core Values

• Never Give Up: Tenacious intensity and a relentless drive to win.
• Service Obsession: Deliver radical, memorable service to customers and carriers.
• Win Fast: Fast is better than slow—most failed actions can be reversed.
• Be Great: Stay curious and challenge everything, even when uncomfortable.
• Faith: “We must not get tired of doing good, for we will reap at the proper time if we don’t give up.” – Galatians 6:9
• Transparent Integrity: Be yourself, commit to ideas, and speak with honesty.

Additional Details

• Valid driver’s license required
• Drug-free workplace