Trailer Logistics Specialist

TEC Equipment, Inc. • Fontana, CA

2d • $30 - $38

About The Position

The Trailer Logistics Specialist coordinates trailer movements and analyzes company trailer inventory. The role oversees deliveries from manufacturers to destinations across the company’s operating footprint and manages customer deliveries. The Specialist tracks inventory, communicates with brokers and other partners, supports timely deliveries, and manages damaged claims. The role also analyzes logistics data and develops strategies to optimize trailer movements, reduce freight costs, and improve freight protection.

Requirements

• Education and/or experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in business, management, or a related field.
• Experience in data analysis and negotiation.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, setting timelines, and independently prioritizing workloads.
• Advanced understanding of market and freight conditions.
• Strong organization and prioritization skills, with the ability to consistently meet deadlines.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills with vendors, external partners, and internal departments.
• Proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Office—especially Excel—and dealership software.
• Ability to identify problems, gather and analyze relevant data, and develop actionable solutions to improve processes and policies.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the logistics or supply chain industry.
• Experience in data analysis and negotiation in a logistics or supply chain context.
• Familiarity with industry-specific software systems, ERPs, or inventory management systems.
• Previous experience with trailer logistics and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct trailer deliveries from suppliers and to customers to support day-to-day operations.
• Serve as a liaison and negotiator with carriers, insurance providers, and service providers while fostering business relationships.
• Analyze and record the quality, quantity, delivery times, transportation costs, and efficiency of trailer movements.
• Communicate logistics details with carriers, suppliers, management, and sales teams.
• Input, monitor, and upgrade logistics software.
• Use data from logistics software to identify ways to improve trailer-movement efficiency.
• Identify risks and challenges in trailer movements, including delays, damages, and compliance issues, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Maintain accurate records of trailer movements, delivery schedules, and associated costs.
• Prepare regular management reports on performance metrics and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies, including safety standards, insurance requirements, and contractual obligations.
• Participate in process-improvement initiatives to streamline logistics operations, improve efficiency, and reduce costs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the Corporate Trailers department.

Benefits

• Choice of two comprehensive medical plan options, including prescription drug coverage.
• Choice of two dental plans covering preventive and diagnostic care, basic and major services, and orthodontia for children.
• Vision care, discounted hearing exams, and hearing aids.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution.
• Life, accident, and disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Education assistance.
• Seven paid holidays.
• Vacation accrual of at least 48 hours per year.
• Paid sick leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time