Operations Coordinator

LaSalle Network; Itasca (IL); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Family Medical Leave

Paid Leave

Worker's Compensation

Job summary

LaSalle Network is partnering with a rapidly growing 3PL in Itasca, IL to hire an Operations Coordinator. This is a great opportunity for someone with freight brokerage or 3PL experience who enjoys a fast-paced logistics environment and wants to grow with a company handling complex, high-value shipments.

You will track shipments in McLeod Software, coordinate with drivers and carriers, and support dispatch and accounts teams while maintaining accurate data and compliance.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in a 3PL, freight brokerage, transportation, or logistics environment.
• Experience coordinating freight with carriers and/or drivers.
• Experience working with a TMS; McLeod experience is a major plus.
• High-value freight experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Track and update shipment statuses using McLeod Software
• Communicate regularly with drivers regarding shipment updates, timing, and delivery status
• Manage daily email communication with carriers, customers, and internal teams
• Partner closely with dispatch and account management to troubleshoot and resolve delivery issues
• Support high-value freight operations while maintaining accurate shipment data and compliance
• Use Excel to track, log, and validate shipment information
• Help keep shipments moving smoothly from pickup through delivery

Skills

3PL/logistics experience

Strong communication skills

Highly organized

Multitasking

Tools

McLeod Software

TMS experience

Job description

LaSalle Network is partnering with a rapidly growing 3PL in Itasca, IL to hire an Operations Coordinator. This is a great opportunity for someone with freight brokerage or 3PL experience who enjoys a fast-paced logistics environment and wants to grow with a company handling complex, high-value shipments.

What You’ll Do

• Track and update shipment statuses using McLeod Software
• Communicate regularly with drivers regarding shipment updates, timing, and delivery status
• Manage daily email communication with carriers, customers, and internal teams
• Partner closely with dispatch and account management to troubleshoot and resolve delivery issues
• Support high-value freight operations while maintaining accurate shipment data and compliance
• Use Excel to track, log, and validate shipment information
• Help keep shipments moving smoothly from pickup through delivery

What We’re Looking For

• 1+ year of experience in a 3PL, freight brokerage, transportation, or logistics environment required
• Experience coordinating freight with carriers and/or drivers
• Experience working with a TMS; McLeod experience is a major plus
• High-value freight experience preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and priorities in a fast-paced environment

Schedule & Work Setup

• Three Scheduling Options:
• Monday - Friday, 12:00PM-9:00PM (Off Sat & Sun)
• Sunday - Thursday, 12:00PM-9:00PM (Off Fri & Sat)
• Saturday, 7:00AM-4:00PM
• Hybrid: 2 days onsite / 3 days remote initially, with the schedule transitioning to 3 days onsite / 2 days remote when their new office opens.
• $23.00/hour with the opportunity to earn additional compensation upon conversion
• LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit LaSalle Network Consultant Benefits

Benefits

• LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Family Medical Leave, Worker's Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided.

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.