Drayage Logistics Specialist

Allen Lund Company, Inc.•Orlando, FL

10h•$0 - $50,000

About The Position

Allen Lund Company is seeking a Drayage Logistics Specialist to join their team. This role involves handling the sourcing and dispatching of Drayage/Full Container pickups from Railyards & Ports/Terminals. The specialist will be a key player in ensuring the timely delivery of cargo to customers, building relationships, and managing all aspects of the drayage process. The company emphasizes a fast-paced, challenging, and team-oriented work environment that fosters personal and professional growth. Allen Lund Company has a long history, starting in 1976 with one office and now having 41 offices, with a significant portion of employees having been with the company for over 10 years.

Requirements

Minimum 1-2 years' experience in Freight Forwarding or drayage dispatching.
Strong organization and prioritization skills.
Unparalleled customer service skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and time-management skills.
Previous experience within a freight forwarding or Drayage Import organization.
Knowledge of organizational policies, procedures, systems, and objectives.

Nice To Haves

Experience with other Ground Trucking services is a plus (LTL, Cartage, FTL, Rail, etc).

Responsibilities

Manage drayage truckers and locate new ones when needed.
Receive and update shipment status in a timely manner, and issue shipment alerts when needed.
Track and trace shipments (port availability, delivery status, etc.).
Collect and maintain all load documents (POD, EIR, DO, etc.).
Assist with the management of shipments to ensure the timely delivery of cargo to customers.
Obtain and create quotes for shipments and source the best method of transportation.
Build relationships with all customers, other ALC offices, overseas agents, and service providers.
Work independently as well as part of a team.