LTL Freight Specialist

Express Logistics; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid holidays & PTO

Company paid Life Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

401K with employer contribution

Bereavement leave

Maternity/paternity leave

Job summary

Express Logistics, a Des Moines, IA based 3PL broker, is seeking an organized individual to quote, book, and track LTL shipments. You will verify classifications, manage bills of lading, and collaborate with Account Managers to grow LTL volumes.

The role requires 1+ years in LTL within freight logistics, knowledge of NMFC codes and accessorials, and experience with LTL rating tools and carrier portals. Office-based in Des Moines with open, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years of LTL experience at a freight broker, 3PL, LTL carrier or shipper.
• Strong knowledge of freight classes, NMFC, density and common accessorials.
• Experience with LTL rating tools and carrier portals.

Responsibilities

• Quote LTL shipments across our carrier network and recommend the best option on cost and service.
• Book and dispatch shipments and prepare accurate bills of lading.
• Verify freight class, NMFC codes, dimensions, weights and accessorials before shipments move.
• Track shipments and proactively update customers on status and exceptions.
• Resolve reweighs, reclasses, OS&D issues and billing disputes with carriers.
• Help file and follow up on freight claims.
• Work with Account Managers to grow LTL volume with existing customers.
• Keep shipment and billing details accurate in our TMS.
• The above responsibilities and additional duties may vary as assigned.

Skills

Clear communication

Self-driven

Decision-making

Coachable

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Organized

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

LTL rating tools

Carrier portals

Job description

Description

Since 2003, Express Logistics has helped shippers move freight reliably and cost-effectively. As a Des Moines, IA based third-party logistics (3PL) broker specializing in truckload (TL) and less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping, we connect businesses with a trusted network of carriers and manage every detail from pickup to delivery, combining the capacity of a national network with the responsiveness of a team that knows our customers by name.

Day in The Life

• Quote LTL shipments across our carrier network and recommend the best option on cost and service.
• Book and dispatch shipments and prepare accurate bills of lading.
• Verify freight class, NMFC codes, dimensions, weights and accessorials before shipments move.
• Track shipments and proactively update customers on status and exceptions.
• Resolve reweighs, reclasses, OS&D issues and billing disputes with carriers.
• Help file and follow up on freight claims.
• Work with Account Managers to grow LTL volume with existing customers.
• Keep shipment and billing details accurate in our TMS.
• The above responsibilities and additional duties may vary as assigned.

Requirements

Education/Work Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years of LTL experience at a freight broker, 3PL, LTL carrier or shipper.
• Strong working knowledge of freight classes, NMFC, density and common accessorials.
• Experience with LTL rating tools and carrier portals.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Clear, quick communication under pressure.
• Self-driven and competitive, with the discipline to work independently.
• Solid decision-making skills.
• Coachable.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Attentive to detail and deadlines.
• Can work independently or with a team.
• Organized in a fast-paced work environment.
• Strong PC, phone skills and excellent customer service skills.

Accountabilities

Shipment accuracy * Volume growth * Issue resolution

Physical Expectations

• Sedentary work – sit or stand at a desk, use a computer and a phone for most of the day.
• Repetitive motion – type on a computer, write or dial on a phone.
• Hearing – be able to receive detailed information through oral communication.
• Talking – expressing or exchanging ideas by speaking when necessary.
• Visual – be able to see a computer screen, read reports and/or information.
• Pushing, pulling and/or lifting objects 25lbs or less.

Environment Conditions

• Work indoors in an office environment.
• Open work areas.
• Fun and playful environment.
• Music playing – for all to hear.
• Travel as business needs.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision if enrolled, benefits will begin the first of the month following date of hire.
• Paid holidays & Paid time off.
• Company paid Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability.
• Employee contribution into the 401K, if elected to enroll, start first of the month following date or hire. Employer contribution after one year of employment.
• Human and pet bereavement.
• Maternity/paternity leave.

Express Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.