Logistics Specialist

Our client, a leading provider of transportation solutions, has partnered with BackStretch to find their next Logistics Specialist.About the companyOur client brings together massive carrier capacity, cutting-edge technology, and industry-leading logistics expertise. They create more efficient ways for shippers and carriers to move freight across North America, and they're looking for sharp, energetic people to help them do it.The roleThe LTL team is expanding its sales coverage, and this Logistics Specialist role exists to meet that bandwidth. As the team grows its support threshold, more sellers will have access to dedicated operational backup, and you'll be a key part of making that work.You'll work alongside a broad cross-section of the sales team, supporting their accounts with precision and pace. This role is ever-changing by design. You'll need to be comfortable owning your piece of the operation independently while staying tightly connected to the team around you.This is not a passive role. When things move, you move with them.What you'll do on a typical daySupport the sales team across a wide range of accounts, adjusting priorities as the day demands itCommunicate professionally with sellers, carriers, drivers, and customers, calibrating your tone and approach to your audienceManage load entry, tracking, reporting, and account activity within internal systemsTake ownership of your accounts and work to continuously improve your speed and accuracy, including how quickly you can build out a loadWork both collaboratively with teammates and autonomously when the situation calls for itWhat you need to succeedAt a minimum, you'll need:Strong written communication skills: your emails and internal messages to the sales team, carriers, and customers need to be concise, professional, and audience-appropriateThe ability to prioritize and focus on multiple things simultaneously without losing accuracyAttention to detail, especially under volume and pressureA self-starter mentality: the team is collaborative, but there will be times you need to operate independently without being hand-heldThe ability to communicate confidently across a range of personalities, including drivers who operate very differently from your internal counterpartsNice to haveExperience at a brokerage or in supply chain (strong asset)A background in business administration or another field that required prioritizing tasks and managing competing demandsA track record that demonstrates gritThe detailsLocation: Currently in Downtown Minneapolis with easy access to metro transit (bus and train). The team is relocating to a new office in the West End area in August.Compensation: $50,000 base salary plus a monthly production-based bonus paid on the last Friday of each month, tied to team gross volume and targets.Interview process: A structured series of interviews. In-person interviews are preferred.Why join Benefits include:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans401(k) retirement plan with up to 5% company matchPre-tax accounts for eligible expensesCompany-paid disability and life insuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Career and Leadership Development ProgramsPaid time off, company holidays, and volunteer daysOur cultureThe team is tight-knit, high-performing, and committed to getting better every day. They value collaboration, diverse perspectives, and strong relationships. If that's the standard you hold yourself to, you'll fit right in.Ready to apply? No cover letter required.