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LTL Specialist

Gebrüder Weiss GmbH
6 hours ago
On-site
Wood Dale, IL, United States
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LTL Specialist As an LTL Specialist, you will manage and improve our LTL freight network, working with carriers and internal teams to optimize costs, monitor performance, resolve service issues and ensure on-time delivery. Gebrüder Weiss has been delivering goods worldwide for 550 years. How have we managed to stay successful for so long? The answer is: by relying on employees who love to get things moving. If you want to move products on land, at sea or in the air and even CO₂-neutral at the request of the customer, then you become part of the global Gebrüder Weiss network. Would you like to find out more about us? Know-how that I bring along High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree or professional certification preferred 5+ years of logistics, transportation, freight forwarding, or related industry experience Strong customer service experience Understanding of freight forwarding processes, regulations, and operations Proficiency in Excel, CargoWise, SAP, and related sytems Self-motivated, results-driven, and accountable Strong communication and problem solving skills Ability to manage muliple priorities in a fast-paced environment Results-driven with strong attention to detail Effective time management and organizational skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams Things, that inspire me Manage and optimize LTL operations, ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and customer-focused transportation solutions Build and maintain strong carrier relationships, oversee carrier procurement, and negotiate competitive rates Coordinate daily LTL shipments, including carrier selection, scheduling, tracking, and delivery Analyze freight costs, transit times, and service levels to recommend optimal transportation solutions Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Warehouse, and Accounting teams to ensure seamless shipment execution Process and maintain accurate transportation documentation, shipment records, and customer invoices Audit freight invoices, resolve billing discrepancies, and dispute carrier charges when necessary Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, company policies, SOPs, and quality standards Provide prompt, professional customer service support via phone and email Participate in weekend coverage rotations as needed Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned Offers that convince me Ready to take your LTL expertise to the next level? If you have experience managing LTL operations, negotiating with carriers, and providing exceptional customer service to customers, we'd love to hear from you. Benefits Discounts,Flexible work,401(K) Plan,Tuition Reimbursement,Development,Health offers,Events,Benefits Package Discounts Flexible work 401(K) Plan Tuition Reimbursement Development Health & Wellness Events Benefits Package More about our benefits * Gebrüder Weiss is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by federal, state or local law. Apply Now Direct contact Lisa Hara T 847-795-4300 Direction

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