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Logistics Specialist

Bee Line Logistics
Posted a month ago, valid for 11 days
Location

Roanoke, TX, US

Salary

$24 - $28 per year

Contract type

Full Time

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Life Insurance

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  • Bee Line Trucking, Inc. is looking for an experienced Logistics Specialist to join their Dallas–Fort Worth operations team.
  • The position requires 1-3 years of experience in freight brokerage, third-party logistics, or a related field, with a focus on managing shipments and negotiating rates.
  • The role involves coordinating freight, maintaining relationships with carriers and customers, and ensuring timely deliveries while keeping profitability in mind.
  • The salary for this position is competitive, and benefits include health and dental insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with company match.
  • Candidates should have strong communication skills, organizational abilities, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook and Excel.

Bee Line Trucking, Inc. is seeking an experienced Logistics Specialist to join our Dallas–Fort Worth operations team. This position will play a key role in coordinating freight, managing carrier and customer relationships, and supporting the day-to-day movement of shipments from origin to destination.

We are looking for someone who knows freight and knows how to move it profitably. The right candidate will be comfortable picking up the phone, building relationships, negotiating rates, solving problems, and taking ownership of a shipment from start to finish.

This is an opportunity for someone who wants to be an integral part of a growing logistics operation and contribute not only to daily operations, but also to customer satisfaction, profitability, and supply chain efficiency.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and manage freight shipments from pickup through delivery.
  • Source, qualify, and maintain relationships with qualified carriers.
  • Negotiate freight rates with carriers while maintaining company profitability.
  • Obtain and evaluate carrier quotes and select appropriate transportation solutions.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, carriers, and vendors.
  • Monitor shipments and proactively communicate delays, changes, or service issues.
  • Track loads and ensure timely pickups and deliveries.
  • Manage shipment documentation, including rate confirmations, bills of lading, proof of delivery, and other required documentation.
  • Enter and maintain accurate shipment information in transportation/logistics systems.
  • Assist with customer pricing, quoting, and freight planning.
  • Identify opportunities to improve freight costs, service levels, and operational efficiency.
  • Coordinate with warehouse, trucking, and logistics teams to ensure smooth movement of freight.
  • Assist with resolving freight claims, billing discrepancies, and service issues.
  • Monitor carrier performance and address service concerns.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable DOT, FMCSA, company, and customer requirements.
  • Analyze shipment activity, costs, and service performance to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:
 1-3 years of experience in freight brokerage, third-party logistics (3PL), transportation, or a related field
 Experience negotiating freight rates and working directly with carriers
 Working knowledge of supply chain management and transportation operations
 Strong understanding of the freight brokerage process from booking through delivery
 Excellent communication and customer service skills
 Strong organizational and time-management skills
 Ability to manage multiple shipments and priorities simultaneously
 Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
 Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook and Excel
 Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team

Preferred:
 Experience with TMS/logistics management software. Experience with Prophesy or DAT a plus!
 Experience managing both truckload and less-than-truckload freight
 Knowledge of DOT/FMCSA requirements
 Experience with freight pricing and margin management
 Experience working with regional and national carrier networks
 Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or related field, or equivalent industry experience

Benefits

The following benefits are available on the first of the month following 30 days of employment:

  • Health and Dental insurance with company contributions
  • Vision insurance
  • Voluntary Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Employer paid life insurance
  • Voluntary additional life
  • Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity & Critical Illness Coverage
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Sick Time
  • 7 paid holidays
  • 4 floating holidays
  • 401(k) with company match available after 6 months of employment





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