Job Description
Job Description
The Key Account Coordinator I is responsible for managing and coordinating key client accounts to ensure the smooth and efficient flow of logistics operations This position requires a detail-oriented individual with strong organizational skills, a high level of accuracy, and excellent communication skills. This is a full-time in-office position.
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 10:30 am to 7:00pm pm
Pay: $20 - $22/hr. based on experience.
What will you be doing?
- Receive and handle inbound calls from both drivers and customers.
- Initiate outbound calls to drivers to obtain and provide status updates on shipments.
- Efficiently dispatch loads to drivers, ensuring timely arrivals to their designated destinations.
- Deliver price quotes to customers through phone conversations or email correspondence as required.
- Resolve pickup or delivery issues promptly, addressing concerns raised by customers or drivers.
- Foster relationships with carriers to enhance speed-to-market capabilities and overall efficiency.
- Monitor dispatched orders and closely track pickup and delivery timelines.
- Engage in daily communication with customers, providing details regarding pickup and delivery logistics via email, phone and chat.
- Communicate in a timely manner with all customer enquiries.
- Talking with drivers daily to ensure they are on time to hit customer service agreements.
- Help schedule drivers when customers have special events like store openings, closures, tent sales.
- Ensure that drivers are equipped with all necessary paperwork for the successful loading of vehicles.
- Collaborate with various departments, including accounting, to guarantee accurate pricing and timely payment processes at the end of each month.
- Working directly with our clients and various 3rd party locations to resolve issues preventing a driver from picking up or delivering vehicles.
- Working closely with Key Account Leads and Managers to handle customer requests in a timely and accurate manner.
- Audit auto bundles to ensure loads are not built overweight for drivers.
- Ensure vehicles with high value are marked and shipped enclosed trucks vs open.
- All other duties assigned by management.
What are we looking for?
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Prior customer service experience preferred
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in using order entry software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of transportation industry practices and regulations is advantageous.
Benefits
At ACERTUS, we believe our employees are our greatest asset, and we’re committed to supporting their well-being, growth, and work-life balance through a competitive benefits package.
Our benefits include:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, with a variety of optional voluntary benefits, effective the first of the month following your hire date.
- Company-paid time off to help you recharge and maintain balance
- Eight company-paid holidays
- 401(k) and ROTH options to help plan for retirement
- A casual dress code that supports a comfortable and professional work environment
About ACERTUS
ACERTUS is an automotive logistics company specializing in vehicle lifecycle solutions. Our client centric model is enabled by our people, processes and innovative technology that are a differentiator in the industry. Our comprehensive portfolio of services are designed to provide solutions throughout the lifecycle of a vehicle. We offer a full suite of vehicle transportation services, customizable technology, a national title and registration platform plus compliance services, and a growing vehicle storage footprint throughout North America. ACERTUS – Relentless Drive to Deliver!
ACERTUS is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.