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Forward Air Logistics Specialist in Groveport, Ohio
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Company Overview:
Forward Air (NASDAQ: FWRD) is a leading asset-light freight and logistics company, providing less-than-truckload (“LTL”), truckload, intermodal and pool distribution services across the United States and in Canada. We are a highly respected transportation and logistics Company with revenues in excess of $1B annually. As an industry leader, we are dedicated to finding and developing the best people. We want individuals who share our core values and demonstrate a true passion for what we do. Forward Air offers excellent compensation and benefits packages to our employees, as well as tremendous growth opportunities for top performers.
Logistics Specialist
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Forward Air TLS is looking for a Solutions Oriented Logistic Specialist. The Logistic Specialist will be responsible for managing new and existing accounts, rate negotiation with the ability to build long term business relationships. They will use exceptional customer service and problem solving skills to manage all the customers’ needs and expectations. This person will be a key member of the team, reporting to the Logistics Manager. The position is responsible for effectively and efficiently finding, developing, improving and utilizing service focused methods for moving and protecting the profitability of the operations
Job Requirements:
Freight brokerage experience required.
Ability to negotiating with carriers
Excellent problem solving skills
Customer service experience
Ability to work with all levels - Operations and/or sales
Ability to develop long-term business relationships.
Excellent Computer skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Some college coursework is preferred, but not required.
Knowledge of major cities/airport locations in the continental US
Willing to work Saturdays
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Excellent communication and problem solving skills
Strong team player that thrives in a fast-paced environment
Must be flexible to work weekends and overtime as needed
Forklift and general freight handling knowledge is a plus
General computer skills - Microsoft Office, Outlook, AS400
Must be 18 or older
Benefits for Full Time Employees:
Performance bonuses available
Industry leading benefits package
Paid holidays & vacations
Great advancement opportunities
Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity employer.
About Us
Since 1990, Forward Air has been a leading provider of ground transportation and related logistics services to the North American air freight and expedited LTL market. We offer surface shipping on an accelerated “time-definite” basis, delivering cargo at a specific time, but under less time-sensitive situations – supplying you with a cost effective, reliable alternative to air transportation. We work with companies of all sizes to develop tangible advantages and build the best products to meet your specific needs. Forward Air presents to the wholesale transportation community (logistics companies, freight forwarders, integrated air cargo carriers, passenger/ cargo airlines, and non-traditional shippers), a single-source provider that can deliver more supply chain services and a superior menu of choices. Throughout the years we have added supplementary lines to our linehaul service, such as full truckload operations (Truckload Services), final-mile coverage (Complete® Cartage), and an Airline Logistics program, and we will continue to expand our services to meet the changing needs and growth of our customer base.
Forward Air is structured to optimize both savings and service to our customers. Direct partnerships with owner-operators and other surface transportation providers, enable us to remain cost-competitive. The Forward Air network is designed with over 90 facilities located at or near major U.S. and Canadian airports, 12 regional sort centers and over 300 beyond points (secondary airports provided through our Complete Cartage service), creating one of the most comprehensive linehaul networks in the industry.
Ranked 3rd in Newsweeks 2022 "Americas Most Trustworthy Companies (https://www.newsweek.com/americas-most-trustworthy-companies-2022/transport-logistics-packaging) " publication
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