Strategic Capacity Coordinator

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Nashville, TN, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Logistics • Transportation
The Role
Sources and manages carrier partners, negotiates transportation rates, matches capacity to freight needs, monitors load execution, resolves service issues, and ensures carrier compliance. Leads carrier sales representatives through coaching, performance management, and strategy development while collaborating with brokerage, sales, operations, and leadership teams to improve coverage, margins, service quality, and carrier network growth.
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Overview

As a Strategic Capacity Coordinator, you will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with carrier partners to ensure reliable, cost-effective transportation solutions for our customers.   The goal will be to match capacity with our high volume committed capacity lanes.   This role is vital, where success depends on developing a trusted carrier network, negotiating competitive rates, and ensuring service excellence.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Carrier Sourcing & Relationship Management
    • Identify, qualify, and onboard new carriers to expand the company’s transportation network.
    • Develop long-term relationships with carriers to improve capacity reliability and service.
    • Maintain daily communication with carriers regarding availability, load opportunities, and market trends.
  • Negotiation & Pricing
    • Negotiate rates with carriers to secure cost-effective transportation while ensuring service quality.
    • Monitor market conditions to provide competitive pricing and maintain margins.
    • Work closely with the brokerage team to balance customer expectations with carrier capabilities.
  • Load Coverage & Execution
    • Match available carrier capacity with high volume customer freight requirements.
    • Ensure all loads are properly assigned, tracked, and delivered on time.
    • Resolve service failures, delays, or disputes in a timely and professional manner.
  • Operations Support
    • Collaborate with customer sales and operations teams to ensure seamless load execution.
    • Manage carrier compliance, including insurance, safety ratings, and onboarding requirements.
    • Use TMS (Transportation Management Systems) and other digital tools to manage load activity and documentation.
  • Supervisor
  • Lead and mentor a team of carrier sales representatives to achieve individual and team performance goals.
  • Provide training, coaching, and ongoing development to improve negotiation, carrier management, and operational efficiency.
  • Monitor team activity, load coverage, and margin performance to ensure adherence to company objectives.
  • Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to support career growth.
  • Assist in developing team strategies for carrier procurement, market expansion, and customer satisfaction.
  • Serve as the point of escalation for complex service issues or carrier disputes.
  • Collaborate with leadership to recruit, onboard, and retain high-performing sales talent
Qualifications

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred (or equivalent work experience).
  • Prior experience in freight brokerage, carrier sales, or logistics for at least 4 years.
  • Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, competitive sales environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with TMS platforms.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a customer-first mindset.

Success Traits

  • Results-driven and motivated by achieving sales goals.
  • Ability to quickly adapt to changing market conditions.
  • Persistent, proactive, and resilient under pressure.
  • Team player with the ability to work independently.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
  • At least 4 years of experience in freight brokerage, carrier sales, or logistics
  • Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, competitive sales environment
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Familiarity with Transportation Management Systems platforms
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a customer-first mindset
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The Company
HQ: Cranberry Township, PA
729 Employees
Year Founded: 1991

What We Do

PLS Logistics Services has delivered transportation solutions since 1991. Based in Cranberry Township, PA, a suburb of Pittsburgh, PLS Logistics Services provides dependable outsourced logistics solutions and freight brokerage services. We manage over one million loads each year through all major freight modes: flatbed, van, LTL, rail & barge, air & ocean. Our customers benefit from our broad PLS transportation network of over 50,000 qualified carrier partners, along with Class-1 railroads and major barge companies. Small and mid-sized businesses and Fortune 500 organizations alike trust PLS to manage their transportation. We are consistently ranking as a top logistics provider by Inbound Logistics, Transport Topics, and other industry-leading publications. With decades of experience and satisfied customers, we've redefined how making logistics easier doesn't mean cutting corners. No matter the obstacle, our dedicated team of experts can craft a solution to fit any business and keep their bottom line intact. Our employees' passion, dedication, energy, and camaraderie are what make PLS the company it is today.

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