Logistics Coordinator

Marten Transport•Edwardsville, KS

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Logistics Customer Service Rep supports the profitable growth for Marten Transport Logistics, LLC. This role involves driving daily and weekly load count, revenue, and margin goals for a specific region. The representative will develop the current carrier base for consistent lane specific volumes, negotiate pricing, and solicit business from existing customers to secure freight for contracted carriers. Collaboration with sales and management is key for developing pricing for larger customers. The role also includes monitoring the EDI system for available freight, ensuring correct reason codes on rejected shipments, and acting as a mentor for new employees. Identifying new traffic lanes for potential growth and verifying carrier safety standards are also important aspects. The position requires meeting departmental and personal profit margin goals, with up to 10% travel. The individual will work independently and as part of a team to maximize profitability, and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Strong organizational ability, detail oriented, ability to handle a fast pace work environment.
Ability to solve problems efficiently and remain calm under pressure.
Self motivated, with negotiation skills.
Computer experience necessary: Windows and Excel or similar programs.
Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
Manual dexterity for data entry, stooping, bending for filing, good listening and speaking ability.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred
Previous experience in sales/ marketing
Previous experience in trucking industry a plus

Responsibilities

Drive daily and weekly load count, revenue and margin goals for a specific region.
Develop current carrier base for consistent lane specific volumes.
Negotiate pricing and solicit business from our existing customers to secure freight for our contracted carriers.
Work directly with sales and management to assist in developing pricing for larger customers.
Monitor EDI system for available freight. Make sure correct reason codes are included on all rejected shipments.
Act as a mentor for new employees and assist in training as needed.
Identify new traffic lanes for potential growth.
Verify all carriers used meet Marten Transport Logistics, LLC safety standards.
Meet departmental and personal profit margin goals.
Travel up to 10% of scheduled time throughout the year.
Work independently and as a cohesive member of a team to maximize Marten Transport Logistics, LLC profitability.
Other duties as assigned by authorized personnel.