This position will focus on Truck and Intermodal freight shipments - especially rail movements.   
Our client is a well-established logistics provider in the region.

To effectively coordinate the movement of customer freight using company equipment, leased equipment, partner carriers, and railroads that will provide service consistent with the expectations of the company and its customers.

Forming relationships with quality intermodal carriers who will work with the company to move customer freight within the guidelines set out by the company.

Assessing the market and the traffic lanes serviced by intermodal carriers to determine availability of equipment

Effectively negotiate rates with carriers in order to remain competitive in the market while maintaining an acceptable profit margin

Communicate freight orders to partner carriers

Manage the loaded and empty drayage movement of containers and chassis using the company's and partner assets

Monitor freight moving with company equipment and partner carriers and update status of all intermodal shipments in the company, carrier and customer transportation management systems

Assist with driver & partner carrier inquiries.

Advising Customer Service promptly of any impending service failures

Soliciting new business for the company as opportunities arise

Constantly reviewing work processes and provide suggestions for improvement

Related duties as assigned by supervisor or management

Knowledge of intermodal, truckload, and LTL carriers and pricing

Current knowledge of intermodal provider internet based tracking, billing and reservations tools

Effective geographical knowledge of North America and rail network/trucking market

Make effective and timely decisions

Analyze data/situations and recognize developing trends/ problem areas

Learn rates and the rate making process and build an in depth knowledge of the domestic and international market

Strong attention to detail, organizational and planning skills

Current computer skills

Evident problem solving skills

Excellent communication skills (oral, written and listening)

Strong interpersonal skills to work in a team

Good mathematical skills

Honesty and integrity and enthusiasm

40K-45K + benefits