Logistics Representative Needed - Tuscaloosa, AL
RESPONSIBILITIES TO INCLUDE, BUT NOT LIMITED TO :
- Communicate and coordinate with freight vendors and Customer Service with the goal of securing capacity.
- Negotiate and review rates with carriers to preserve favorable status for client and keep costs down where possible
- Handle and resolve all verbal and written correspondence timely, professionally and with a respectful, caring and responsive attitude.
This includes phone calls, emails, memos, letters, spreadsheets, BOLs, etc.
- Inspect and analyze shipment documents and correspondence for accuracy and follow up needed
- Record details of all shipment transactions, inquiries, comments, complaints and actions taken
- Communicate to Logistics Manager suggested changes needed to freight vendor databases
- Source, onboard, and maintain freight vendors for existing business needs
- Work independently or in collaboration with others with determination and perseverance while exercising sound judgment with flexibility to complete work in an accurate and thorough manner
- Utilize computer and various software packages (cieTrade, Excel, Word, Outlook) to complete daily responsibilities
EXPERIENCE
- 3 to 5 years office work experience in a logistics-related industry preferred
- Strong decision making and analytical abilities
- Strong detail orientation and communication / listening skills
- Strong organizational skills to manage workflow
- Has a pleasant, patient, friendly and can-do attitude
- Paper background is a plus
Pay rate is $40k-$45k depending on experience
Call Pridestaff - 205-440-3729
80 McFarland Blvd, Suite 3
Northport, AL
Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to) : $19.23 - $21.63 Per Hour
10 days ago