Logistics Specialist – Freight Pricing & Operations

The Opportunity

Our client, a growing transportation and logistics organization, is seeking a detail-oriented Logistics Specialist to support freight pricing and operations across Canada and the U.S.

This role will focus on freight quoting, carrier sourcing, pricing, and shipment coordination, with an emphasis on providing competitive transportation solutions and excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare competitive LTL, FTL, and specialized freight quotes based on shipment requirements and market conditions.
- Source carriers, negotiate rates, and determine the best transportation solution for each shipment.
- Review shipment details including lanes, weight, dimensions, commodity, equipment, and special requirements.
- Coordinate with customers, carriers, and internal teams to ensure accurate pricing and execution.
- Maintain accurate quote, pricing, and shipment information within company systems.
- Monitor market rates and carrier capacity to identify competitive pricing opportunities.




- Support Canada–U.S. cross-border shipments and related transportation documentation.
- Provide responsive customer service and follow up on outstanding quotes.

Qualifications

- 1–3 years of experience in freight brokerage, logistics, transportation, dispatch, or freight pricing preferred.
- Strong understanding of LTL, FTL, truckload, and transportation equipment.
- Comfortable calculating freight costs and comparing carrier rates.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to work in a fast-paced setting.
- Experience with TMS or freight-rating software is an asset.
- Knowledge of Canada–U.S. cross-border transportation is an asset.

The ideal candidate is commercially minded, highly organized, and able to quickly assess shipment requirements to determine the right carrier, equipment, and price.

📌 Logistics Specialist (Ottawa)
🏢 Robert Half
📍 Ottawa