Truckload Operations Representative

Expeditors International; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Holiday, Sick Time

Health Plan: Medical, Prescription, DP

Life and Long Term Disability

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Training and Personnel Development

Job summary

Expeditors International in Carson, CA, seeks a logistics professional to support outbound truck/intermodal freight movement across the U.S. You will coordinate with asset-based carriers, our warehouse, and Expeditors offices to deliver reliable service.

The role emphasizes proactive, customer-focused support, strong communication, and problem-solving skills, with desktop work and occasional carrier interaction. Monday–Friday, 8AM–5PM in Carson.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; associates degree preferred.
• Able to pass a background check and be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal; able to work OT as needed.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with trucking carriers.
• Ensure smooth and timely freight pickup and delivery; schedule appointments.
• Dispatch bills of lading and track shipments; obtain POD and close shipments.
• Maintain data accuracy in the operations system and improve process efficiency.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Overtime availability

Education

High School Diploma

Associates degree preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

We take care of our employees, and they take care of our customers!

Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems.

Our Mission

We recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us!

Job Description

Scope of Position

• This position supports the movement of outbound truck/intermodal freight from the Los Angeles region throughout the U.S., through coordination with asset based truckers, our warehouse, and other Expeditors offices.
• The focus is proactive and innovative customer service.
• This position requires agents to use critical thinking skills to build customized solutions to various customers.
• This position is located within our Carson office facility and will primarily be computer work with some interaction with freight or customers as needed.
• The position will require phone and email communication with Expeditors employees, trucking companies, and other strategic service providers.

Position Schedule:Monday – Friday 8AM to 5PM

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with our trucking carriers
• Ensure smooth and timely pickup and delivery of freight, scheduling appointments when needed
• Dispatch delivery orders / bills of lading and track transloads/Full Container Loads/Less than Container Loads while in transit. Follow up for Proof of Deliveries and all necessary documents needed to close out the shipment
• Ensure timely freight process flow and delivery to meet Key Performance Indicators and Requested Delivery Dates
• Assist with quoting trucking / delivery rates. Receive necessary information to quote (solo vs teams drivers, special requirements, etc).
• Ensure accurate and timely client and vendor billing for trucking/delivery services. Keep carrier costs on file for seamless, on-time billing
• Ensure accurate and timely data entry into our operational system
• Understand department process flow, constantly looking for areas of improved efficiency

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Degree or equivalent required
• Successful candidates must pass a background check
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must not require future sponsorship for employment visa
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal
• Must have the ability to work overtime in support of the department’s needs
• Must be able to commute to the city of Carson,CA
• Comfortable with numbers and basic mathematical skills
• Comfortable working in a professional business environment with constant interaction with other team members, customer, other offices, and vendors.

Desired Qualifications:

• Associates or Undergraduate Degree Preferred
• Good computer skills (Word, Excel, and familiarity with PowerPoint)
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize throughout the workday while remaining focused and organized
• Demonstrated ability to be proactive in thought and action
• Strong organizational skills
• Analytical with a strong attention to detail
• Effective interpersonal skills, including proven ability to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment
• Willing to pitch in and help on last minute projects or assist team members
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Has a demonstrated strong work ethic, and reliability

Additional Information

Reporting Structure

• Supervisor and Manager

Expeditors offers excellent benefits

• Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
• Health Plan: Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision
• Life and Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (US only)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Personnel Development Program

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The hourly rate for this position is$20-$30 per hour