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Logistics Coordinator

Logistics Coordinator

Pivotal Integrated HR SolutionsHalton, ON, Canada
21 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Logistics Coordinator

Our client, an established logistics company is currently searching for a Logistics Coordinator to join

their team in the Halton region

Responsibilities :

  • Negotiate freight rates with carriers for domestic and cross-border TL and LTL. All equipment’s and modes including temp-control
  • Source carriers for all freight movements
  • Track loads and provide customers with up-to-date information
  • Manage and coordinate daily shipments with carriers and customer service team
  • Liaise with customer service and carriers to facilitate their pickup and delivery appointments
  • Work closely with customer service team to ensure smooth execution of all freight movements
  • Respond quickly to spot quotes
  • Ensure TMS contains current and complete data
  • Be available after hours to assist with resolving issues
  • Follow up on delivery delays or security issues
  • Ensure closure of all orders in the TMS
  • Grow and maintain existing and new carriers
  • Preform work with a sense of urgency and attention to detail
  • Provide carrier costing to Sr team for RFP’s and Bids

Qualifications :

  • Minimum 2 years logistics or dispatch experience in the transportation industry
  • Experience in cross boarder shipping, full-truckload as well as less-than-truckload
  • Ability to make quick decisions
  • Understanding of crossborder and domestic TL and LTL market rates
  • Strong attention to details
  • Ability to manage time effectively and multi-task
  • Effective teamwork skills
  • Ability to effectively handle multiple conflicting priorities
  • Strong communication, customer service and computer skills
  • Ability to build rapport with both carriers and customers