LTL Freight Specialist: Drive Volume & Deliver Quotes

Urban Industries, Inc.; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid holidays

401K

Life Insurance

Bereavement leave

Maternity/paternity leave

Job summary

Express Logistics in Des Moines, IA is seeking a logistics professional to quote LTL shipments, book and dispatch, verify classes and NMFC codes, track status, and resolve issues with carriers.

The role requires 1+ year LTL experience, strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced office.

We offer a sedentary office environment with standard benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Communication under pressure

Independent work

Decision making

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Customer service

Job description

Express Logistics in Des Moines, IA is seeking a logistics professional to quote LTL shipments, book and dispatch, verify classes and NMFC codes, track status, and resolve issues with carriers.

The role requires 1+ year LTL experience, strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced office.

We offer a sedentary office environment with standard benefits and opportunities for growth.