Logistics CoordinatorOver our tenured history, PLS Logistics Services has become one of the country's leading logistics management services providers. We are headquartered in Cranberry Township, PA, with offices in Jacksonville, Tampa, Nashville, Saint Louis, Philadelphia & downtown Pittsburgh. We are growing as an organization and are looking for top talent to join our team.ResponsibilitiesAs a Logistics Coordinator, you will work very closely with our Account Executive team to help customers ship their freight across the nation. In this facilitator role, you are responsible for maintaining productive working relationships with customer representatives, motor carriers, and PLS employees. Additional responsibilities include:Assign carriers to move shipments based on shipment information.Book and schedule all shipments within the assigned Account Executive team.Negotiate carrier rates, and choose carriers based on service levels and profitability targets.Monitor carrier performance and report carrier failures.Maintain direct communication with the Account Executives and leadership team.Ensure all loads are covered that are expected to ship each day.Demonstrate strong industry knowledge and understanding of various systems.Pay and benefits:At PLS, we take tremendous pride in our family and the work we do. We understand that in order to attract top talent, companies must offer a generous benefits package and that's exactly what we do at PLS. In addition to a highly competitive base salary, other benefits include:Performance based commissionFull medical, dental, vision coverageTuition ReimbursementUnlimited PTOExtensive growth opportunities401K Plan with employer matchFun and welcoming work environmentOngoing sales and logistics trainingQualificationsAssociates degree or equivalent work experienceStrong verbal and written communication skillsStrong work ethicEffective multi-taskerAbility to work flexible scheduleIntermediate skill level with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and ExcelAt PLS, we ship over one million loads annually across all major freight modes: flatbed, van, LTL, rail & barge, air & ocean. Our customers benefit from our broad PLS Transportation network of over 250,000 trucks representing 45,000 carrier partners, along with Class-1 railroads and major barge companies.PLS Logistics Services is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.