Logistics Operations Specialist - West Columbia, United States - Larkin Express Logistics

Description

Logistics – Evening Operations Specialist

The individual in the Operations Specialist Evening Hours role is a trusted, central point of contact for our carriers and supports our day-to-day freight requirements.

Work with operations team to ensure timely pick-up and delivery of freight for our customers while building and maintaining relationships with carriers.

Responsibilities:
Maintain customer profiles and enter shipments into McLeod software
Track in-transit loads
Solicit freight quotations for Spot and Contract markets
Manage carrier data and negotiate freight contracts
Schedule and manage pickup and deliveries of shipments.
Maintain continuous communication with carriers and customers to ensure a high-quality freight movement process
Schedule pickup and delivery and dispatch drivers in accordance with established procedures
Maintain and update accurate information in company's operating systems, tracking shipments to completion
Coordinating daily carrier activities with customers and operations team
Hours are Monday through Friday from 2:00pm to 10:00pm


Experience:
At least Two (2) years of Operations experience in managing logistics and freight
At least Two (2) years of experience preferred in McLeod software
Strong communication and organizational skills
Strong Microsoft Excel skill
Preferred knowledge of Port Operations and Drayage operations.

Position is located in Charleston, SC. Compensation commensurate with experience.

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