Logistics Coordinator

Job Title: Logistics Coordinator / Operations Support

Location: Charlottesville, VA

Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

Are you a motivated logistics professional ready to take ownership of truckload operations from start to finish? We're seeking a Logistics Coordinator / Operations Support Specialist to join our team and help ensure the smooth and efficient movement of freight across domestic markets. This is a newly created position with the potential for leadership opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle cradle-to-grave truckload logistics operations, including carrier sourcing, rate negotiation, shipment scheduling, and real-time tracking
• Make informed and profitable business decisions to meet operational goals
• Build and maintain trustworthy relationships with customers at all levels, from C-suite executives to front-line staff
• Manage and grow vendor relationships with carrier partners
• Utilize digital freight platforms to streamline processes
• Provide internal customers with accurate trucking rate quotes
• Cover freight, dispatch drivers, negotiate rates, track shipments, and deliver exceptional customer service
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in truckload ground transportation, especially in operations
• Familiarity with digital freight forwarder platforms and freight brokerage processes
• Strong communication skills with a knack for relationship-building
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required
• Self-starter with multitasking abilities and a professional yet entrepreneurial mindset