Strategic Freight Operations & Carrier Negotiator

Chemtek; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health reimbursement

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Christmas days off

Downtown Durham office parking

Job summary

Chemtek is seeking an experienced Freight Professional to own shipping and delivery operations from pickup to final delivery. You will select carriers, negotiate rates, and coordinate pickups, tracking shipments and resolving issues in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll work with Sales Operations and Order Entry Quality to optimize freight costs and customer deliveries, review bills, and manage records in Acumatica. Experience with FreightPOP/Acumatica is preferred.

Qualifications

• At least three (3) years of experience in freight, transportation, logistics or shipping operations.
• Experience selecting carriers, comparing freight quotes and negotiating rates.
• A working knowledge of LTL, truckload and FEDEX or UPS parcel shipping.
• Ability to resolve shipping problems and communicate with carriers, customers and coworkers.
• Accuracy with rates, shipment details and records.
• Ability to manage several shipments and changing priorities without losing track of open issues.
• College degree is a plus but not required.
• Experience with FreightPOP, Acumatica or other ERP is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Arrange and book LTL, full truckload and parcel shipments, including FedEx.
• Coordinate pickups and delivery requirements using FreightPop and Freightview.
• Track shipments, investigate delays and locate missing freight; handle freight claims.
• Work with order-processing and plant shipping teams to ensure readiness and proper pickups.
• Keep customers and sales reps informed about delivery status and changes.
• Review freight bills and resolve charges with carriers.
• Manage freight processing and records in Acumatica.
• Review carrier performance and freight costs to identify better options.
• Negotiate carrier rates, tariffs and surcharges; keep rate agreements current.
• Maintain relationships with carriers and freight brokers; address service problems.

Skills

Freight experience

Negotiation

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

FreightPOP

Acumatica

Job description

Chemtek is seeking an experienced Freight Professional to own shipping and delivery operations from pickup to final delivery. You will select carriers, negotiate rates, and coordinate pickups, tracking shipments and resolving issues in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll work with Sales Operations and Order Entry Quality to optimize freight costs and customer deliveries, review bills, and manage records in Acumatica. Experience with FreightPOP/Acumatica is preferred.