Logistics Specialist - LTL

RXO, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

401(k) match

Health insurance

Job summary

RXO, Inc. in Chicago, IL is seeking a Logistic Specialist to manage daily operations for dedicated LTL accounts, track shipments, handle freight classification and pricing for quotes, and build strong relationships with carriers and customer contacts.

You’ll ensure profitability by selecting optimal carriers, resolving issues, and maintaining service levels while communicating with internal teams and customers. 1 year logistics experience is required; a high school diploma is a plus.

Qualifications

• 1 year of logistics experience.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily operations for assigned accounts, understanding their growth strategies, goals, and contractual agreements.
• Track all customer shipments, monitor assigned portion of the load board, and ensure all loads are covered and serviced properly.
• Communicate effectively and punctually with both internal teams and external customers, using the appropriate channels.
• Handle freight classification, provide accurate pricing for quote requests, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Identify, communicate, and resolve any issues related to shipments, including delays, discrepancies, or damages, to ensure smooth operations.
• Develop strong working relationships with customer contacts and facilities.
• Foster internal relationships with carrier representatives, managers, and sales teams, and contribute as a team player.
• Identify whether customers with heavy and/or consistent freight volume would be suited for possible customer-specific pricing.

Skills

Logistics

Reporting

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Accelerate your career at RXO

RXO is a leading provider of transportation solutions. With cutting-edge technology at the center, we're revolutionizing the industry with our massive network and commitment to finding solutions for every challenge. We create more efficient ways for shippers and carriers to transport goods across North America.

Compensation for this role is $22/hour The role may also be eligible for bonus or commission pay. Actual compensation may vary due to factors such as experience and skill set.

As a Logistic Specialist, you'll manage daily operations for our dedicated LTL accounts, including coordinating and tracking shipments, handling freight classification and pricing for quotes, and building relationships with carriers and customer contacts. You'll ensure profitability by selecting optimal carriers and service levels, resolving shipment issues, while upholding our high level of service.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Execute daily operations for assigned accounts, understanding their growth strategies, goals, and contractual agreements.
• Track all customer shipments, monitor assigned portion of the load board, and ensure all loads are covered and serviced properly.
• Communicate effectively and punctually with both internal teams and external customers, using the appropriate channels.
• Handle freight classification, provide accurate pricing for quote requests, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Identify, communicate, and resolve any issues related to shipments, including delays, discrepancies, or damages, to ensure smooth operations.
• Develop strong working relationships with customer contacts and facilities.
• Foster internal relationships with carrier representatives, managers, and sales teams, and contribute as a team player.
• Identify whether customers with heavy and/or consistent freight volume would be suited for possible customer-specific pricing.

At a minimum, you'll need:

• 1 year of logistics experience

It'd be great if you also have:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• General knowledge of the transportation industry
• Experience writing routine reports and correspondence
• The ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, verbal or diagram form

Does this sound like you? Check out what else RXO has to offer.

Why Join Us:

Our Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid time off includes: up to 8 holidays, up to 2 floating Diversity Days, Hourly: Earn up to 13 days PTO/ Salary: Earn up to 15 days PTO, up to 40 hours bereavement leave, up to 16 hours volunteer time, jury duty, at least 2 weeks family bonding leave, up to 40 hours prenatal care leave
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 5% company match
• Insurance: health, prescription, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life, short and long-term disability, accidental death and personal loss, business travel, legal services, ID theft, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account, Health Care Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Spending Account
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement

Our Culture

Our values are the key to our unique culture and our ability to deliver for everyone we serve.

We do great things when we are inclusive and work together. To perform with excellence, we learn from one another, value diverse perspectives, operate safely and build strong relationships.

The Next Step

Ready to join our team? We'll love to hear from you. Fill out an application now and join our talent community to learn about future opportunities. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test. The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills for this job classification. Review RXO's candidate privacy statement here and RXO's Privacy Notice to California Job Applicants here.