Logistics Coordinator

Givens
Chesapeake, VA, US
Full-time

Job Description

Job Description

Givens has operated in the Hampton Roads area for over 50 years as a leader in warehousing, distribution and transportation services.

We are currently seeking to grow our Logistics team and looking for a knowledgeable and experienced logistics professional with a proven track record working in truck brokerage.

This person would work with existing key accounts as well as develop and grow new business. Excellent interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are required as you will use them on a daily basis.

  • Strong negotiation skills with the ability to handle conflict is a must
  • Negotiating price with shipper and carriers
  • Managing daily shipments and resolving issues to ensure customers’ freight is handled timely
  • Sell and close business from new and existing customers
  • Professional communication skills with customers and carriers is a must
  • Entering shipment data and billing in the transport management system
  • Tracking and Tracing of all shipments
  • Working closely with various parties within the organization and the customer to ensure the customers’ requirements / billing requirements are met and support the billing process
  • Help with setting up new carriers nationwide
  • Coordinating within the department the account manager, collections department and other parties as necessary
  • Assisting in other tasks as needed
  • Ability to multi-task and handle a fast paced environment

Requirements

  • Experience in logistics, trucking, or truck brokerage
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills to support fast-paced environment
  • One year of experience in an office, administrative and customer service responsibilities
  • Able to lead
  • Experience with MS Office suite, specifically Excel and TMS is needed with the ability to work with the latest technologies
  • Proficient computer skills and keyboarding
  • Basic knowledge of accounting and invoicing
  • Knowledge of port operations is a plus

Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental and Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k with company match)
  • Life Insurance (Basic and Voluntary)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Paid time off
  • 30+ days ago
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