Senior Logistics Coordinator

Third Coast Logistics, LLC; Georgetown, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Third Coast Logistics, LLC in Georgetown, Texas seeks a Senior Logistics Coordinator to tactically cover freight with carriers and optimize service and cost.

The role focuses on building carrier relationships, booking freight, and negotiating rates while coordinating with Sales and Account Management to ensure on-time deliveries.

A proven freight brokerage track record and the ability to multi-task in a fast-moving environment are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years freight brokerage experience.
• Strong relationship-building with carriers.
• Organized with ability to multi-task in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities

• Book freight and develop carriers.
• Handle inbound and outbound calls to secure coverage.
• Develop and own carrier partnerships across the US.
• Onboard new carrier partnerships.
• Manage open shipments and secure capacity.
• Track and trace progress of shipments and communicate updates.
• Identify recurring shipments to match with dedicated carriers.
• Negotiate rates with carriers and maximize efficiency.

Skills

Freight brokerage experience

Carrier relationships

Job description

The Senior Logistics Coordinator role is for a skilled tactician that knows the ins and outs of covering freight with carriers. This role relies on one’s ability to know the best carriers to utilize based on the service and cost requirements. The ability to build solid relationships with your carriers so they continue to come back to you to move their trucks will help lead you to success.

Responsibilities

Carrier Sales role booking freight and developing carriers

Inbound and outbound phone calls to facilitate freight coverage and bookings

Develop and own carrier partnerships throughout the US

Onboarding new carrier partnerships

Manage open shipments and secure capacity for available shipments

Manage volumes along with capacity while working with the team on execution

Identify recurring shipments to match with dedicated carriers

Rate Negotiation and selling company freight to carriers

Track and trace progress of each shipment

Communicate updates to Sales and Account Management teams

Troubleshooting issues with shipments throughout the shipping process

Innovate on current processes to maximize efficiency

Requirements

2+ years freight brokerage experience

Conversational Spanish speaking ability preferred

Willing to learn and apply developed skills

Great attitude a must

Organized and have ability to multi-task in a fast-moving environment

Ability to work with different technology systems