Logistics Team Lead

3 weeks ago


Chesapeake, United States Givens Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Logistics Team Lead – Experienced in Truck Brokerage

Givens Logistics is looking to grow our Logistics team and is seeking a knowledgeable and experienced logistics professional with a proven track record working in truck brokerage. This person would supervise a team of Logistics Coordinators to work with existing key accounts as well as develop and grow new business. Excellent interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are required.

Responsibilities:

  • Supervise a team of Logistics Coordinators and provide guidance and support to achieve individual, team, and company goals.
  • Negotiate price with shippers and carriers.
  • Oversee the planning and execution of transportation and distribution activities, including coordinating with customers and carriers, tracking shipments, and resolving any issues that may arise.
  • Evaluate the performance of logistics coordinators and provide feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Sell and close business with new and existing customers.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in logistics to implement innovative solutions.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and company procedures.
  • Professional communication skills with customers and carriers.
  • Maintain accurate shipment data and customer invoicing in the Transportation Management Software.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and to ensure the customer requirements are met.
  • Perform carrier recruitment and onboarding.
  • Coordinate within department, account manager, collections department and other parties, as necessary.
  • Ability to multi-task and handle a fast-paced environment.
  • Conduct regular audits to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
  • Assist in other tasks, as needed.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in logistics operations, preferably in a supervisory role.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in logistics and truck brokerage.
  • Minimum 1 year of management experience.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills to support a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong negotiation skills with the ability to handle conflict is a must for this position.
  • Minimum 1 year of experience in an office, administrative and customer service.
  • Familiarity with logistics software and systems.
  • Able to lead, train, and develop others.
  • Experience with MS Office suite, specifically Excel and TMS is needed with the ability to work with the latest technologies.
  • Proficient computer skills.
  • Basic knowledge of accounting and invoicing.

Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation and Holidays)
  • Short Term & Long-Term Disability

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