Operations Specialist - Logistics Account Manager (Full Time)

Fusion Transport; Westchester (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k)

Career growth and development opportunities

Collaborative & committed team environment

Job summary

Fusion Transport is seeking an Operations Specialist - Logistics Account Manager in Westchester, IL. This full-time role involves maintaining operational efficiencies, managing customer relationships, and ensuring timely logistics operations.

The ideal candidate has experience in the transportation industry, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to thrive under pressure. Benefits include medical insurance, paid holidays, and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• In‑depth knowledge of the transportation industry including carrier and brokerage operations.
• 2+ years of industry experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to thrive under deadlines and manage multiple tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain operational efficiencies for a book of business.
• Communicate with sales team and customers to build relationships.
• Manage daily shipment activities ensuring on-time pickups and deliveries.
• Provide competitive pricing and negotiate rates.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Customer Service

Detail Oriented

Organizational Skills

Job description

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Operations Specialist - Logistics Account Manager (Full Time)

Full Time Clerical Westchester, IL, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1321

Salary Range: $45,000.00 To $55,000.00 Annually

About Fusion Transport: Delivering Next-Generation Logistics Solutions

Fusion Transport has more than 40 years of industry‑leading experience providing customized supply chain solutions. We are a rapidly growing company with nationwide presence, an integrated third‑party logistics company, a brokerage division, an in‑house long‑haul fleet, several warehouses around the country, and a retail consolidation business. We operate under three levels of services which include Assets, Brokerage, and Warehousing. Our freight brokerage business is growing rapidly (operating under the well‑established Am Trans brand) and we are looking for experienced brokers to join our team. Our integrated 3PL business allows brokers to leverage other parts of the business as selling points in ways that traditional brokers can’t, making it easier to build relationships and sell to clients from first contact to final delivery.

Job Overview

As an Operations Support Representative, you will maintain operational efficiencies for a book of business through functions that include, but are not limited to, load building, scheduling, issue escalation, and capacity securement. Work with Carrier Managers to secure best viable options; calling carriers to get additional options when necessary. Act as a key link between the targeted accounts and our sales organization, leveraging multiple outreach mediums (call, email, social) to provide the best service possible. Aid in achieving and exceeding account‑level goals by providing support which encourages account growth and success.

How You Will Make an Impact

Communicate with the sales team and customers to build and maintain ongoing relationships.

Manage daily shipment activities, resolving issues to ensure pickup and delivery is on time.

Provide and negotiate competitive pricing and rates.

Input, update, and manage shipment information.

Collaborate with the support team to guarantee each shipment is serviced properly.

Assist with billing and accounting responsibilities as needed.

Act as the front‑line resource to provide customer service on the assigned account(s).

Support the Broker(s) and Account Manager(s) by managing operational tasks.

Responsible Owner of all account operations including, but not limited to, load acceptance, appointment setting, coverage coordination, etc.

Manage and stay organized through a large volume of daily email and phone requests from brokers and customers.

Can persuade, motivate, influence and negotiate with others.

Thrive under deadlines, drive results, multi‑task and work with a sense of urgency.

Remain positive and flexible in an ever‑changing environment with shifting priorities.

Are detail oriented with strong prioritization and multi‑tasking skills.

In‑depth knowledge of the transportation industry, including both the carrier and brokerage departments.

Ability to leverage outbound lead campaigns effectively to qualify potential sales prospects.

Empathetic to customer needs with the ability to translate those needs into solutions that deliver value.

2+ years of Industry experience (but not required).

What we Offer

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k)
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Collaborative & committed team environment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or Vietnam era or other protected veteran.