Ready To Go Further?Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. You‘ll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. You‘ll feel it in the support you get on day one – from leadership and from your team. A job with Saia is packed with opportunity – from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits. It's all here and it’s exactly what going further is all about.Under the general supervision of the Truckload Manager, the TL Coordinator is responsible for moving freight for our customers, building and maintaining relationships with carriers to effectively negotiate rates, track shipments, proactively identify problems and implement solutions. This is a fast-paced role, which involves a great deal of multi-tasking, problem solving and communication.Responsibilities: Negotiates pricing agreements with carriers. Plans and coordinates pick-up and delivery schedules. Identifies and contacts qualified carriers for freight services. Maintains strong relationship with multiple carriers. Tracks and reports shipment status to customers. Manages multiple deliveries and processes spot requests. Resolves freight discrepancies in a timely manner. Responds to customer concerns and queries professionally. Maintains a positive and productive relationship with customers. Updates Transportation Management System(s). Performs other duties as assigned.Preferred Qualifications: Associates Degree in Business, Transportation or equivalent 1-3 years of experience in logistics, customer service, or transportation Strong organizational and time management skills Ability to analyze and solve problems independently Excellent communication skills Ability to work independently and in a team environment Must be computer literate and comfortable using multiple applicationsBenefitsAt Saia, your success is our success! That’s why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career. We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won’t go unnoticed.Make Your MoveAt Saia, our people are the reason we’ve been successful for over a century in the industry. Together, we’ve created a positive culture that’s driven by our core values – like dignity and respect, a customer-first approach, safety and more. With hundreds of terminals across the country and growing, we’re always looking for more collaborative and motivated individuals to join our team. So, if you’re ready to put your career on a solid path, let’s go further.Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
