Logistics Coordinator

Givens has operated in the Hampton Roads area for over 50 years as a leader in warehousing, distribution and transportation services. We are currently seeking to grow our Logistics team and looking for a knowledgeable and experienced logistics professional with a proven track record working in truck brokerage. This person would work with existing key accounts as well as develop and grow new business. Excellent interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are required as you will use them on a daily basis.

• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to handle conflict is a must
• Negotiating price with shipper and carriers
• Managing daily shipments and resolving issues to ensure customers’ freight is handled timely
• Sell and close business from new and existing customers
• Professional communication skills with customers and carriers is a must
• Entering shipment data and billing in the transport management system
• Tracking and Tracing of all shipments
• Working closely with various parties within the organization and the customer to ensure the customers’ requirements / billing requirements are met and support the billing process
• Help with setting up new carriers nationwide
• Coordinating within the department – the account manager, collections department and other parties as necessary
• Assisting in other tasks as needed
• Ability to multi-task and handle a fast paced environment

Requirements

• Experience in logistics, trucking, or truck brokerage
• Excellent communication and organizational skills to support fast-paced environment
• One year of experience in an office, administrative and customer service responsibilities
• Able to lead
• Experience with MS Office suite, specifically Excel and TMS is needed with the ability to work with the latest technologies
• Proficient computer skills and keyboarding
• Basic knowledge of accounting and invoicing
• Knowledge of port operations is a plus

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental and Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k with company match)
• Life Insurance (Basic and Voluntary)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Paid time off