Logistics Coordinator

Vantage Logistics is seeking enthusiastic Logistics Coordinators for a full-time position in a growing company. Interested applicants should respond to this Indeed listing with a resume.

A Logistic Coordinator manages all carrier relationships, identifies market trends, manages shipments, and leads internal communication of loads. Logistics Coordinator’s are also expected to hold thorough knowledge of third-party logistic companies, represent the company’s brand, and consistently provide exceptional communication.

Responsibilities

• Run reports, navigate, and update loads through the internal Transportation Management System (Mcleod).
• Communicate with others verbally and via phone calls, emails, and notations.
• Proactively communicate and report when issues arise by gathering information and provide insight on what the solution should be to the Account Manager.
• Understand the basics of market trends.
• Gather and input pertinent information into the TMS regarding billing, images, receipts, BOLs, and PODs when needed.
• Vet inbound and outbound calls.
• Properly ensure the accuracy of all information regarding carriers, loads, rate confirmations, load requirements, and calculations of timing for appointments.
• Build reliable carrier relationships and create a preferred carrier network through external websites.
• Provide carrier onboarding packets.
• Schedule and reschedule appointments.
• Manage shipments via tracking, check calls, and updated contact information.
• Assign carriers to available freight and build relationships.
• Keep an updated document of requirements needed for each customer you work with.
• Abide by the company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualities of Successful Applicants:

• Proactive
• Ability to multi-task
• Communicative
• Organized and Detail Oriented
• Problem-Resolution Expert
• Receptive
• Humble
• Disciplined
• Responsible
• Level-Headed
• Strategic
• Reliable
• Critical Thinker

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Customer service or inbound/outbound call center experience preferred
• CRM, TMS and Microsoft Office experience preferred
• Supply chain experience preferred

The Logistics Coordinator role is a full-time position, 100% on-site work required. Applicants must be able and willing to commute to Orrville, OH.