Randstad is seeking a Logistics Specialist for our global client. If you love keeping things organized, solving problems on the fly, and making sure shipments get where they need to go, this role is a great fit for you. You will be the central hub connecting drivers, customers, and account managers to keep freight moving smoothly.
Location: Gainesville, GA 30501
Pay: $17.99 to $18.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Job Type: 5-month contract (with potential to extend or hire)
Qualifications
- At least 1 year of hands-on logistics, dispatch or high volume customer service experience.
- strong problem-solving skills to follow written, verbal, or diagram instructions.
Nice-to-haves:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience writing routine reports and business emails.
- Familiarity with Freight Optimizer or similar transportation software.
Benefits & Career Growth At Randstad, we value the health and well-being of our talent. After 90 days of continuous assignment, you will become eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Plans
Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.
salary: $17.99 - $18 per hour shift: First work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM education: High School
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Manage Load Data: Enter customer orders into the Freight Optimizer system, keep profiles updated, and verify all delivery data for accurate accounting.
- Coordinate & Route: Schedule delivery appointments, accept or decline loads based on account manager guidance, and give drivers clear routing instructions.
- Track Daily Shipments: Monitor daily pick-ups and deliveries, take check calls from drivers, and ensure freight arrives on time and in great condition.
- Communicate Updates: Keep customers, receivers, and account managers informed on shipment statuses and any steps taken to fix delays.
- Resolve Issues: Investigate any product overages, shortages, or damages and complete the required paperwork.
Skills
Qualifications
- Years of experience: 1 year
- Experience level: Experienced
Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
