Logistics Coordinator

CLAW Logistics is seeking an experienced Logistics Coordinator to act as the vital link between suppliers, transportation carriers, and customers to ensure on-time delivery and optimal supply chain efficiency.

Duties and Responsibilities

· Coordinate daily logistics activities including load entry, scheduling, tracking and handling requests from customers/carriers

· Search load boards for available shipments for Claw Asset drivers when available to support with front haul/back haul scheduling

· Understand rates/values and quote on the spot/ or projects using the tools & resources provided

· Search for carrier capacity for open/available loads

· Understand customer requirements and present options when needed to support current schedules

· Negotiate competitive and profitable rates for carriers/customers/our own fleet of drivers & owner operators

· Identify, reaction to and effectively communicate issues with customers and carriers

· Follow through on each load from beginning to end

· Collaborate with the other logistics coordinators & manager to solve problems & tackle daily workload

Desired Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED
• Knowledge of transportation terms and industry rates
• Ability to navigate load boards

Skills

• Substantial amount of tact, negotiation, independence, aggressiveness, problem-solving and initiative
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Analytical problem solving
• Time management and the ability to multi-task (handle high volumes of inbound and outbound emails and phone calls)
• Detail-oriented