Logistics Coordinator

Midwest Block & Brick is a leading supplier of building materials, and we are seeking a skilled Logistics Coordinator to join our team.

As a Logistics Coordinator, you will play a vital role in ensuring the efficient delivery of our products to customers across the region.

The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in dispatching trucks and possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

We offer a competitive salary range of $60,000 - $80,000 per year, depending on experience, plus benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Beneath this job description, you will find the details about the responsibilities and qualifications for this position:

• Responsible for setting up loads to be delivered for our customers (utilizing outside carriers).
• Ensure on-time pick up performance.
• Adhere to our Company policies and procedures.
• Utilize TMS System when trained on.
• Coordinate with drivers, carrier drivers, and/or Carrier Dispatcher.
• Ensure carriers report en-route as required.
• Ensure on-time freight delivery.
• Problem-solve driver and/or Carrier issues.
• Adhere to all Federal DOT Safety Regulations.

In order to meet these expectations, you will need to possess the following skills and qualifications:

• 1+ years of Dispatching Trucks
• Solid computer skills (with a high-level of competence in the use of Microsoft Excel to track progress toward established goals for the trucking operations and generate reports that are concise, easily understood, and communicate to appropriate levels of the organization).
• Excellent verbal and written skills to effectively interact with customers and/or drivers and with key management personnel within our assigned Region.
• Ability to utilize various Transportation Technologies, such as Transportation Management Systems; GPS; and Electronic Logging.
• Understand the impact of Transportation on customer service and work to improve delivery performance to meet or exceed the customer expectations.

We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we strive to provide a positive and supportive work environment. Here are some of the benefits you can expect as a member of our team:

• A comprehensive benefits package with options to choose what works best for you and your family.