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Operations Specialist

Larkin Express Logistics, Dalton, GA, United States


We’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive

LTL Operations Specialist

to join our logistics team. In this role, you will serve as a key point of contact for carriers and provide essential support in managing the daily movement of Less Than Truckload (LTL) freight. You’ll help ensure timely pick-ups, deliveries, and high-quality service while strengthening carrier relationships and maintaining operational accuracy.

Requirements

Enter and maintain customer profiles and shipment details in McLeod TMS

Schedule and coordinate LTL pick-ups and deliveries with carriers and customers

Track in-transit shipments and provide real-time updates

Solicit and evaluate freight quotations for both spot and contract rates

Manage carrier data, negotiate rates, and maintain capacity relationships

Dispatch drivers in accordance with established procedures and customer expectations

Monitor shipment status and update systems to ensure accurate records from origin to delivery

Collaborate daily with the operations team to align on service execution

Follow standard operating procedures and contribute to continuous process improvements

Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of experience in logistics operations, with emphasis on LTL freight

Experience using McLeod software is strongly preferred

Experience using DAT to source and book carriers

Strong communication, coordination, and organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general TMS usage

Bonus: Familiarity with port or drayage operations is a plus

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