Date: 7/19/2021
Job Title: Logistics Coordinator
Location: Rochester, NY
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm (occasional after-hours duties when warranted)
Reports to: Team Manager
Start Date: ASAP
Summary:
Logistic Dynamics is looking for bold and motivated logistics professionals to join our growing
Rochester, NY team. As Logistics Specialist, you will be responsible for all day-to-day
transportation operations including, but not limited to data entry, rate negotiation, dispatching,
customer service, account management and business development.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Engage in freight terms/rates negotiations with carriers to meet all Individual, Team and Company goals
- Maintain and grow carrier relationships to service customers and establish mutually beneficial partnerships
- Assign and manage any and all LTL, truckload, intermodal and expedited shipments
- Update TMS with accurate and detailed information
- Maintain and update carrier profiles as necessary/adhere to company safety guidelines and procedures
- Learn and utilize customer software (ERP, EDI, etc.), perform all data-entry requirements and other account management tasks as directed by Team Manager
- Ardently monitor carrier/driver statuses to ensure smooth operational process from booking through delivery
- Communicate all carrier-related issues with team manager to determine and implement best solution(s)
- Request documentation from carriers as necessary
- Field afterhours calls and troubleshoot issues on rotating basis
- Reach all Individual monthly performance thresholds
- Maintain minimum KPIs
- Contribute to Team and Company growth by attaining Individual goals
Requirements:
- Experience in role as a dispatcher, broker, load planner or equivalent training/education a plus
- Commitment to operational perfection and personal success
- Ability to switch between multiple tasks, manage time effectively in fast-paced environment
- Work in a team environment, but driven by individual incentives
- Strong negotiation skills and attention to detail
- Excellent problem solving, organization and prioritization skills
- Highly efficient and clear communication
- DAT, Internet Truckstop and Transportation Management Software (TMS) experience a plus
- High school diploma or GED required, Bachelor's degree a plus
Company Description:Logistic Dynamics, Inc partners with manufacturers, distributors and shippers of all sizes and sectors to provide customized transportation solutions to meet their specific needs. By offering a unique combination of innovative technology, industry expertise and a modern day approach to real world logistics, LDI has quickly become one of the leading logistics providers in the United States.
Zeal Logistics is an independently owned and operated agent of LDI.