Transportation Scheduling Specialist Lead

At Majestic Steel were more than a steel service centerwere a team of problem solvers innovators and relationship builders. As a Lead Transportation Scheduling Specialist youll lead transportation operations by coordinating complex logistics strengthening carrier partnerships and ensuring freight moves safely efficiently and on time. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment enjoy solving challenges and are passionate about delivering exceptional service this is your opportunity to make an impact.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Coordinate daily transportation activities across open deck (flatbed step deck etc.) lanes to ensure customer deliveries are executed efficiently and on time.
2. Serve as the primary escalation point for complex transportation delivery and carrier service issues applying advanced judgment to achieve effective results.
3. Build and maintain strategic relationships with transportation providers brokers and logistics partners; ensure capacity reliability and competitive pricing.
4. Lead carrier recruitment qualification onboarding and ongoing performance management developing a carrier network that supports company growth objectives.
5. Negotiate transportation rates service agreements and capacity commitments across freight modes; drive cost-effectiveness while maintaining service standards.
6. Oversee team TMS utilization; ensure consistent accurate load entry status management and reporting.
7. Manage and coordinate complex flatbed moves; ensure compliance with load securement and tarping requirements.
8. Analyze freight market trends and identify opportunities to improve service levels capacity availability and transportation costs.
9. Partner closely with Sales Operations and Customer Service to proactively address customer transportation requirements.
10. Mentor and coach Transportation Scheduling Specialists; provide day-to-day technical guidance and support professional development.
11. Generate and analyze transportation performance reports; identify trends and communicate findings to the Transportation Manager.
12. Ensure compliance with company policies carrier agreements and applicable DOT and FMCSA regulations.
13. Support implementation of transportation technology and continuous improvement initiatives.
14. Lead special projects and strategic transportation initiatives as assigned.

Education Training and Experience Requirements

• 5 - 7 years of progressive experience in transportation logistics brokerage or supply chain operations (job knowledge skill performance and responsibility are weighted more than tenure).
• 3 or more years of carrier development carrier relations or freight brokerage experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency with TMS platforms (MercuryGate Oracle TMS or equivalent) and load board tools (DAT ).
• Demonstrated expertise in open deck freight coordination preferably in a steel or metals market.
• Demonstrated success negotiating rates developing carrier networks and resolving complex transportation challenges.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with advanced Excel skills preferred for data analysis and reporting.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities Requirements

• Exceptional verbal written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to influence and align stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret TMS data freight market trends and carrier performance metrics; translate findings into solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor coach and develop team members fostering accountability and a high-performance culture.
• Expert-level knowledge of freight modes equipment types and load securement requirements for steel and metals distribution.
• Advanced negotiation skills; proven ability to secure competitive market rates manage capacity challenges and resolve carrier disputes effectively.
• Customer-focused mindset with a track record of resolving complex high-stakes transportation issues professionally.
• Deep knowledge of DOT and FMCSA compliance Hours of Service (HOS) carrier qualification standards.
• Strong ability to lead through change in a dynamic high-volume logistics environment; proactively drives process improvements.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage team workflows multiple strategic priorities and competing deadlines simultaneously.
• Highly self-directed and accountable; models ownership and follow-through for the broader team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Business Supply Chain Logistics Transportation Management or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• CLTD (Certified in Logistics Transportation and Distribution) APICS or equivalent supply chain certification.
• Experience with freight analytics carrier scorecard platforms or ERP-integrated transportation modules.
• Familiarity with steel distribution metals service center or industrial manufacturing logistics environments.
• Experience developing or delivering logistics training programs SOPs or process documentation.
• Knowledge of lean or continuous improvement methodologies as applied to transportation operations.

Supervisory Responsibility

• No direct supervisory responsibilities.
• Provides informal mentoring and technical guidance to Transportation Scheduling Specialists.
• Provides work direction day-to-day coaching training and technical guidance to Transportation Scheduling Specialists

Additional

• Must be able to work outside normal business hours/days as needed.
• Must be able to travel occasionally (up to 5%).
• Proven ability to work efficiently and effectively from a home office setting.

Majestic Steel is Americas domestic supply chain provider for rolled steel and were ready to tackle Americas housing infrastructure job and sustainability challenges now and into the future. The steel industry is only as strong as the women and men on the factory floor. Thats why were elevating workers communities and technologies together and growing our business in regions across the US where we can do the most good.

At Majestic we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse voices are welcomed from associates throughout the entire organization. We have an inclusive culture where all associates are respected; where different viewpoints thoughts and ideas are encouraged and embraced. Majestic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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