FLS Transportation Service Limited Hiring for Logistics Coordinator Job at Atlanta, GA Full Time

FLS Transportation Service is currently seeking a Transportation Brokerage Logistics Coordinator to join our rapidly growing organization in Atlanta, GA.

We deliver amazing customer experiences for one of North America’s biggest brands. We’ve been doing it for three decades and we’re only getting started. Our success has been a result of our team. We’ve built a vibrant culture of employees who believe in the core values of dreaming big, working hard, learning constantly, and enjoying life! If you’re looking to do great work with great people, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities :

• Negotiate with carriers in order to maximize profitability and improve efficiency by identifying ways to improve cost savings;
• Schedule/Coordinate truck shipments and address any issues that come up during transit;
• Audit and correct carrier freight invoices and BOL’s as necessary for payment;
• Dispatch drivers on each load with the responsibility to ensure drivers arrive to pick up without issues;
• Perform daily sourcing activities including targeting new carriers, negotiating and developing carrier rates and sourcing and selecting the most efficient carriers;
• Develop and maintain effective Carrier relationships with FLS Core Carriers to include proper carrier capability profiling (60-80 calls/day minimum);
• Maintain carrier database by keeping pricing and contact information current;

Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year experience in the transportation/logistics industry;
• Demonstrated ability to stay current and accurately interpret industry trends;
• A true passion for sales and logistics – must be a self-starter, self directed and highly motivated;
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines;
• Excellent customer service, communication and computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel and data entry systems);
• Ability to positively influence culture and behavior and work effectively with all levels within the company;
• Career driven – this is not just a job but an opportunity to grow;

4 reasons why this is a great opportunity for the right individual:

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  Product – We’re the #1 3PL for cross-border freight between US and Canada and we’re top 30 on Transport Topics index of largest 3PLs in North America. Our services solve a real market need relative to the capacity shortage for freight carriers in North America. Our network of 12,000 carriers & 300,000 trucks is a great asset for our clients. Simply put, we solve a “must have” need.
• Market – The transportation industry is white hot. Demand for services outstrips supply with a 50k driver shortage. The 3PL sector represents a $200B business, with 8% growth in 2018; and 21% expected in next 10 years. The market response to FLS has been phenomenal. We have a who’s who roster of clients and we continue to hit new growth highs every year.
• People – Smart, fun and experienced. Our leaders know the business and care about culture and it shows in everything we do. We have a great work environment, great benefits, and solid opportunity for recognition and advancement.
  
• Plan – We’re a profitable 34-year-old company that is backed by a motivated PE firm. We have the audacious goal to grow from $600M to $2B over in the next 5 years through organic growth and acquisition. We’re driven by a solid foundation and favorable market conditions.