LOGISTICS COORDINATOR
Company: R E Garrison Trucking Inc
Location: Chattanooga
Posted on: November 1, 2024
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Job Description:
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIESEnsures that freight is moving from
its original point to its final destination. Must be able to
exercise discretion and use independent judgment in booking
appropriate carrier, negotiating carrier rates, and resolving
"problem" loads. Must manage transportation arrangements from
pre-pickup through delivery. Must be able to communicate with
shippers, carriers, and your team members. Ability to build and
maintain carrier relationships. Must service the company's customer
base and advise carriers accordingly. Uses urgency to deal with any
issues, i.e., claims, detention, OS&D, layover, breakdowns,
etc. Maintains proper updates on carriers assigned to RE Garrison
Answers brokerage phone line, directing calls to the correct person
and acting as a resource to customers if appropriate person is not
available Functions as a Team All Logistics Coordinators are
responsible for any freight available on the brokerage board
Logistics Coordinators are expected to "Get The Job Done" by
staying as late as necessary to achieve required results Other
duties as may be assigned.QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
College degree in logistics, supply chain management, or business
related field preferred. Previous customer service and/or Logistics
experience preferred. Knowledge of the Trucking Industry a plus.
PREFERRED SKILLSAbility to interact and communicate effectively
over-the-phone, through e-mail and face to face Capacity to
recognize when action is necessary and to implement the required
actions within a reasonable time. Aptitude to prioritize workflow
in order to use time effectively Ability to perform mathematical
calculations in order to calculate transit times. Competency to use
discretion and good judgment. Good working knowledge of Microsoft
Word, Excel and Outlook. PId1f9c46afc87-25660-34827204
Keywords: R E Garrison Trucking Inc, Smyrna , LOGISTICS COORDINATOR, Professions , Chattanooga, Georgia
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