Logistics Coordinator

Join TQL! TQL has recently been recognized by the nationally recognized magazine, "Inc." TQL ranks #268 on their Inc. 500 List of the Nations Fastest Growing Companies. Also, TQL recently won the Better Business Bureau Torch Award for business ethics and integrity. In addition to the following, TQL is in the Fast 55 in 2005 as well as being Cincinnati's Fastest Growing Company in 2003 & 2004 ranked by The Cincinnati Business Courier.


Logistics Coordinator:


Summary of Responsibilities


The Logistics Coordinator supports the Account Executive by coordinating the daily load activities by talking with carriers, customers, suppliers and vendors ensuring that goods are picked up and delivered on time.
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Primary Responsibilities


1. Acts a liaison between the manufacturer/supplier, trucking carrier and receiver.
2. Locates carriers for loads. Communicates at least once a day with the carrier during transport, from pick-up to delivery.
3. Builds and maintains relationships with carriers. Maintains the spreadsheet of the Account Executive's carrier information.
4. Accurately enters and maintains up-to-date information on a continuous basis in the Load Manager.
5. Ensures that all the proper documents are completed and received by TQL before a carrier is used for the first time. Follows-up with carrier to keep necessary documents current.
6. Works quickly to resolve problems that may develop on a load.
7. Provides on-the-job training and direction for Account Executive Trainees.
8. Negotiates rates with carriers within the parameters provided by the Account Executive.


Secondary Responsibilities


1. Handles all aspects of the Account Executive's business when he/she is not present.
2. Ensures that all necessary paperwork is submitted to the Accounting department after each load is delivered.
3. Contributes to the growth of the business by referring quality candidates into the hiring process.


Required Job Qualifications


1. Strong work ethic, energetic, fast learner
2.Self directed and good problem solving skills
3. Outstanding organizational skills, excellent time management skills, and ability to manage many activities at a time
4. Ability to work in a fast paced environment with rapidly changing priorities
5. Ability to effectively train others
6. Strong verbal communication skills face to face and over the phone
7. At least 25 wpm typing skills
8. Able to simultaneously handle multiple phone lines
9. Basic word processing and spreadsheet skills
10. Must be available to occasionally take calls during the evening and weekends, and work half days 1 Saturday a month.


Desired Job Qualifications


1. Bachelors Degree
2. Previous transportation or dispatch experience


Working Conditions


Ability to work and concentrate in a fast paced open office environment that can be noisy. Continual use of computer keyboard and telephones.


Please submit your resume to http://www.tqljobs.com/apply to apply for this position.
********************************************************************************************************************** As a result of the extreme work ethic and dedication of every TQL employee, not to mention their competitiveness and desire for success, Total Quality Logistics, Inc. has received the following awards and recognition:

"2006 Inc 500 List" - #268 for having a three-year sales growth of 495.7 percent.

"2005 Better Business Bureau Torch Award" - Winner

"2005 Inc 500 List" - #374 for having a three-year sales growth of 363.8 percent.

"2005 Fast 55 Company Category Finalist" from Cincinnati Business Courier

"2005 Greater Cincinnati 100" from the Cincinnati Enquirer and Deloitte & Touche LLP

"2004 Better Business Bureau Torch Award" - Honorable Mention

"2004 Small Business of the Year (50-250 employees)" from the Greater Cincinnati Chamber of Commerce

"2004 Entrepreneur of the Year" from Ernst & Young

"2004 Greater Cincinnati 100" from the Cincinnati Enquirer and Deloitte & Touche LLP

"2004 Fast 50 Company Category Winner" from Cincinnati Business Courier

"2003 Growth Award" from Cincinnati USA

"2003 No. 1 Fastest Growing Tri-State Private Company" by the Cincinnati Business Courier (Second year in a row) ********************************************************************************************************************** TQL performs an extensive background check, criminal check,verification of all employment dates and drug test on all applicants upon signature of proper documents required by law. ********************************************************************************************************************** Due to our extensive interview process and the number of applicants, it is important that you move through the interview process as quickly as possible.

TQL FACTS: - Opportunity for advancement (95% internal) - Sales of $192 million in 2005, up from - $101 million in 2004, in a market of $60 billion TQL plans to be at 1 billion in 2010 - 575+ current employees (from 2 in 1997) - TQL recently completed a 25,000 sqft addition to our existing building for a total of 40,000 sq ft - Extensive in-house workout facility for employees only - Rigorous interview process - Strong work ethic, commitment to excellence, inner drive, focus & ambition are what TQL employees have in common

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