Strategic Freight Planner & Carrier Partnerships

L&M Transportation Services Inc; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

L&M Transportation Services Inc in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Transportation Specialist to oversee planning, procurement, execution, and management of freight movements. You will coordinate with Sales, Carriers, Brokers, Customers, and Operations to ensure timely, cost-effective transportation while maintaining regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong TMS and negotiation skills, ability to manage multiple shipments, and proven cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Experience in transportation, logistics, freight brokerage, or related field preferred.
• Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and freight management software preferred.
• Experience negotiating rates and managing carrier/broker relationships preferred.
• Experience in produce, refrigerated transportation, or agricultural supply chains preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Sales to secure transportation rates and capacity.
• Source, negotiate, and secure transportation capacity with carriers and brokers.
• Ensure compliance with carrier qualification, safety, and insurance requirements.
• Coordinate and schedule transportation to ensure timely pickup and delivery.
• Track and trace shipments from origin to destination and resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate shipment records in the Transportation Management System (TMS).
• Develop proficiency in transportation systems and reporting tools.
• Communicate shipment status and delays to stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Build and maintain relationships with carriers, brokers, customers, and internal teams.

Skills

Clear communication

TMS proficiency

MS Office

Negotiation

Regulatory understanding

Multi-shipments management

Cross-functional collaboration

Data interpretation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred

Tools

TMS

Freight management software

Job description

L&M Transportation Services Inc in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Transportation Specialist to oversee planning, procurement, execution, and management of freight movements. You will coordinate with Sales, Carriers, Brokers, Customers, and Operations to ensure timely, cost-effective transportation while maintaining regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong TMS and negotiation skills, ability to manage multiple shipments, and proven cross-functional collaboration.