Logistics Specialist - LTL
About The Position
At Valley Companies (VC), our keys to success are embedded in our core values. We are now seeking new Logistics Specialist – LTL who embody these values and excel at relationship building and seek to understand our customers’ business to assure highest level of success. The Logistics Specialist – LTL plays an ultimate role in our everyday success as a company. Matching customers with carriers and arranging this service is a key aspect of this position. The Logistics Specialist – LTL will need to establish high levels of trust with customers that they can be counted on to deliver. Since 1935 we have been dedicated to finding the best solutions for our customers and our employees are second to none in accomplishing this daily. Our people create value by being themselves and eliminating the complexity of logistic solutions. If you are looking for an environment where you can grow, learn, and have fun while doing it then Valley Companies is the right choice for you. CORE VALUES: Our core values of Family, Accountability, Commitment, Trust, and Serve are the foundation of our culture and if these describe you, we want you on our team!
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
- Logistics knowledge and understanding of Truckload shipping requirements (preferred)
- Effective communication, negotiation, and networking skills
- Phone, email, and face-to-face etiquette
- Creative problem-solving approach and strong analytical skills
- Adhere to the company’s core values of Family, Accountability, Commitment, Trust, and Serve
- Be honest, ethical, and conscientious
- Efficiently manage your time by being highly self-disciplined, motivated, and goal-oriented
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree
- Logistics knowledge and understanding of Truckload shipping requirements
Responsibilities
- Order entry
- Receive shipments from customers via email or portals
- Build shipments in Valley TMS (Transportation Management System)
- Make appointments at shipper and consignee
- Update numerous customer portals with in and out times and appointment times
- Update customers with ETAs
- Close out loads in portals when needed
- Update FSC (Fuel surcharge) in shipments
- Help to grow the business with inside sales by asking customers for more freight
- Communicate with customers on problem loads
- Perform freight service according to company and government regulations
- Plan and coordinate pick-up and delivery schedules
- Work in sequence with shippers, carriers, and dispatchers
- Maintain positive and productive relationship with carriers and drivers
Benefits
- Competitive salary with incentives
- Full benefits including Paid Time Off (PTO), Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K with company match
- Company paid Medical benefits on individual plans
- 8 Paid Company recognized holidays
- Weekly company sponsored lunches, monthly giveaways, and annual events
- Flexible and understanding work environment
- Casual dress code in a modern corporate office
- Rewarding, engaging, and supportive Culture
- Stable and growing organization since 1935
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
