Logistics Ops Specialist: Optimize Shipments & Carriers

ContainerPort Group; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive Benefits package

401(k) plan with up to 6% companymatch

Paid Time Off

Flexible work arrangements

Internal Mobility & professional dev.

Tuition assistance

Bonus Eligibility

Job summary

ContainerPort Group in Long Beach, CA, is seeking a Logistics Operations Specialist to manage the end-to-end transportation workflow, coordinating shippers, carriers, and dispatchers to ensure on-time deliveries and optimal cost. The role emphasizes data-driven decisions to improve transit times and service quality.

You will work with a team to optimize carrier capacity, track shipments, and maintain accurate TMS records while supporting customers with visibility and reporting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Logistics Management, Business Administration, or similar.
• Demonstrated experience in logistics coordination, analysis and problem solving.
• Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Manage inbound rate requests by prioritizing based on urgency and value.
• Manage relationships with existing carriers.
• Assist with pricing and carrier capacity objectives.
• Book and dispatch orders with carriers and prepare carriers for daily load execution.
• Track load statuses, manage container milestones and minimize accessorial charges.
• Ensure on-time pickup and delivery; coordinate with shippers, carriers, and dispatchers.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Logistics Management, Business Administration, or similar

Tools

TMS

MS Office

Outlook

Job description

ContainerPort Group in Long Beach, CA, is seeking a Logistics Operations Specialist to manage the end-to-end transportation workflow, coordinating shippers, carriers, and dispatchers to ensure on-time deliveries and optimal cost. The role emphasizes data-driven decisions to improve transit times and service quality.

You will work with a team to optimize carrier capacity, track shipments, and maintain accurate TMS records while supporting customers with visibility and reporting.