Logistics Coordinator

Agramont Worldwide Logistics Inc; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Job summary

Agramont Worldwide Logistics Inc in San Diego, CA is seeking a detail-oriented Logistics Coordinator to join our freight brokerage team. The role focuses on coordinating customer shipments through third-party carriers, securing transportation capacity, negotiating rates, and ensuring timely pickups and deliveries.

Responsibilities include sourcing qualified carriers, negotiating rates, tracking shipments, and maintaining carrier relationships while collaborating with sales, accounting, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Experience in freight brokerage, carrier sales, or coordinating shipments with third-party carriers.
• Understanding of carrier sourcing, transportation rates, shipment tracking, and freight documentation.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Strong negotiation, customer service, and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and sound judgment under pressure.
• Ability to prioritize multiple shipments and respond quickly to changing customer and carrier needs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with transportation management systems and load boards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate freight shipments from load tender through delivery, serving as a point of contact for customers and third-party carriers.
• Source and book qualified carriers based on shipment requirements, available capacity, pricing, and service expectations.
• Negotiate carrier rates and support competitive customer quotes while maintaining target margins.
• Confirm carrier approval with the appropriate internal team before assigning loads.
• Prepare and communicate load details, rate confirmations, pickup and delivery appointments, and special handling instructions.
• Track shipments, obtain status updates, and proactively communicate delays or service issues to customers.
• Resolve transportation issues, including missed appointments, capacity changes, detention, and other accessorial requests.
• Maintain accurate shipment records, carrier communications, and operational updates in the transportation management system.
• Collect and review shipment documents, including bills of lading and proof of delivery, to support accurate and timely billing.
• Collaborate with sales, accounting, and operations teams to meet customer needs and maintain strong carrier relationships.

Skills

Freight brokerage experience

Carriers coordination

Negotiation & rate calculation

Communication & relationship-building

Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)

Problem solving under pressure

Multitasking across shipments

MS Office & TMS familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business / Supply Chain Management or related

Tools

Transportation Management System (TMS)

Load boards

Microsoft Office

Job description

Agramont Worldwide Logistics is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Logistics Coordinator to join our freight brokerage team in San Diego, CA. This role focuses on coordinating customer shipments through third-party carriers, securing transportation capacity, negotiating rates, and ensuring timely pickups and deliveries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate freight shipments from load tender through delivery, serving as a point of contact for customers and third-party carriers.
• Source and book qualified carriers based on shipment requirements, available capacity, pricing, and service expectations.
• Negotiate carrier rates and support competitive customer quotes while maintaining target margins.
• Confirm carrier approval with the appropriate internal team before assigning loads.
• Prepare and communicate load details, rate confirmations, pickup and delivery appointments, and special handling instructions.
• Track shipments, obtain status updates, and proactively communicate delays or service issues to customers.
• Resolve transportation issues, including missed appointments, capacity changes, detention, and other accessorial requests.
• Maintain accurate shipment records, carrier communications, and operational updates in the transportation management system.
• Collect and review shipment documents, including bills of lading and proof of delivery, to support accurate and timely billing.
• Collaborate with sales, accounting, and operations teams to meet customer needs and maintain strong carrier relationships.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Experience in freight brokerage, carrier sales, or coordinating shipments with third-party carriers.
• Understanding of carrier sourcing, transportation rates, shipment tracking, and freight documentation.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Strong negotiation, customer service, and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and sound judgment under pressure.
• Ability to prioritize multiple shipments and respond quickly to changing customer and carrier needs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with transportation management systems and load boards preferred.

Pay Range:

$23.75-26.25 per hour.

• Medical Insurance

Join a growing freight brokerage team offering great benefits, career growth, and a supportive work environment!