Freight Coordinator – Remote

About the role

OurAssistants is seeking a remote Freight Coordinator to support a US‑based client. The role focuses on the carrier side of freight operations, sourcing, evaluating, and booking loads while coordinating with drivers and brokers during US business hours.

Key responsibilities

• Source and hunt for freight using DAT, Truckstop, and other load boards.
• Book loads directly with brokers and shippers, handling carrier packets and rate confirmations.
• Coordinate schedules with drivers, monitor loads from pickup to delivery, and track progress using Trello and internal spreadsheets.
• Evaluate loads for profitability, route practicality, and driver schedule compatibility.
• Communicate and negotiate with brokers, avoiding undesirable or time‑consuming loads.

Required profile

• 2+ years of hands‑on freight dispatching and logistics coordination experience.
• Carrier‑side experience with proven ability to source and book freight.
• Strong understanding of driver schedules and carrier operations.
• Excellent English communication skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency with DAT load board.
• Proficiency with Truckstop load board.
• Experience using Trello for load tracking.
• Familiarity with internal spreadsheet tools.