Logistics Specialist - Heavy-Haul & Project Cargo

HappyGlobal Service; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HappyGlobal Service seeks an experienced Logistics Specialist to manage and coordinate domestic transportation in Houston, TX. You will handle land shipments, carrier relations, and shipment visibility, ensuring timely deliveries and cost efficiency.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in logistics, familiarity with heavy equipment or project cargo, and strong skills in TMS/ERP systems, Excel, and documentation. This role emphasizes accuracy, communication, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in logistics, freight transportation, trucking coordination, or supply chain operations.
• Experience handling heavy equipment, oversized shipments, or project cargo is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of domestic land transportation, carrier networks, trucking operations, and last-mile delivery.
• Familiarity with customs brokerage processes, freight forwarding, and post-customs clearance logistics.
• Experience using Transportation Management Systems (TMS), ERP platforms, or other logistics tracking systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and logistics documentation management.
• Strong communication, negotiation, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule domestic land transportation, including trucking, flatbed, and heavy-haul shipments.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for carriers, customs brokers, warehouses, and customers.
• Monitor and track shipments, address delays, and provide timely status updates.
• Prepare and maintain shipping documentation such as Bills of Lading and Proof of Delivery.
• Optimize routes and carrier selection to balance costs, timelines, and service quality.
• Maintain records of shipment activities, costs, and carrier performance in management systems.
• Collaborate with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and internal teams for post-customs clearance coordination.
• Manage transportation-related exceptions including damaged cargo and freight claims.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Carrier management

Shipment tracking

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

TMS experience

Education

Bachelor's in Logistics

Tools

TMS software

ERP software

Job description

HappyGlobal Service seeks an experienced Logistics Specialist to manage and coordinate domestic transportation in Houston, TX. You will handle land shipments, carrier relations, and shipment visibility, ensuring timely deliveries and cost efficiency.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in logistics, familiarity with heavy equipment or project cargo, and strong skills in TMS/ERP systems, Excel, and documentation. This role emphasizes accuracy, communication, and regulatory compliance.