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Logistics Coordinator II

Allen Lund Company · Richmond, VA · 1 wk ago
On-siteEducationFull-time

About the role

We're looking for a Logistics Coordinator II to join our team. In this role, you'll go beyond the normal responsibilities of a Logistics Coordinator by acquiring special training and gaining expertise in areas that prepare you for advancement to a Transportation Broker or Account/Carrier Representative.

Responsibilities

  • Customer & Carrier Development:

    • Develop and increase profitable volume with existing and newly acquired shippers.
    • Contact and build relationships with both new customers and carriers.
    • Increase capacity for specific projects and lanes, and increase the overall capacity for the office and company.
    • Use strong relationships to understand a customer's business and solve their problems.
  • Brokerage Operations & Support:

    • Build loads and set up carriers.
    • Schedule pickup and delivery appointments and update customer systems.
    • Call carriers to inquire about lanes, equipment types, and quantities.
    • Deliver exceptional customer service.
    • Issue Com-checks and Quick pays and support the accounting function as needed.
  • Administrative & Compliance:

    • Ensure proper documentation is sent to Carrier Resources and contact insurance companies for proper certificates of insurance.
    • Verify carrier information through online applications.
    • Uphold the company standard by following the principles of Customer, Company, and Office.
    • Answer phones, open and sort mail, and perform general office duties.
  • ALX & System Mastery:

    • Complete ALC system training as required.
    • Update active load information into the system for shipper and carrier tracking.
    • Gain specific industry knowledge regarding product compatibility, shipping requirements, and temperature requirements.

Qualifications

  • You're a self-motivated, enthusiastic team player who excels in a fast-paced environment.
  • You have excellent and effective communication skills.
  • You have a strong customer service orientation and an excellent work ethic.
  • You have the ability to quickly process information and make decisions.
  • You possess excellent time-management skills with the ability to multi-task.
  • You are highly organized and detail-oriented.
  • You have the ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

  • Experience an inclusive company culture.
  • Benefit from training and development and competitive compensation.
  • Enjoy unparalleled benefits & wellness (we mean really good)!.
  • Take part in our 401k with a generous match.
  • Discover career growth and transfer opportunities.
  • Share in company ownership.
  • Be recognized through our employee recognition program.

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