Intermodal Specialist

Company: Mode Global
Location: Coraopolis
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Description An Intermodal Specialist coordinates freight transportation using multiple modes (rail, truck, ocean), focusing on optimizing supply chain efficiency, drayage management, and cost control. Key responsibilities include tracking shipments, negotiating with carriers, ensuring compliance, and managing customer service to reduce detention/demurrage fees. Key Responsibilities Logistics Coordination: Manage the end-to-end movement of intermodal containers, coordinating between rail ramps and truck drivers for pick-ups/deliveries. Carrier Management: Build relationships with drayage partners, negotiating rates and securing capacity. Data Entry & Tracking: Utilize Transportation Management Systems (TMS) to enter loads, update ETAs, and track shipment milestones. Problem Resolution: Actively track shipments to prevent or mitigate detention, per diem, and demurrage charges. Customer Service: Act as the primary contact, providing proactive updates and resolving service exceptions for clients. Compliance: Ensure all documentation adheres to intermodal transportation regulations and company standards. Qualifications Skills and Qualifications Experience: Previous logistics or brokerage experience, specifically with rail or intermodal operations. Technical Skills: Proficiency in Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel). Communication: Strong interpersonal skills for negotiating with carriers and communicating with stakeholders. Detail-Oriented: Exceptional organizational skills to manage complex shipping logistics and billing. Typical Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required; a bachelor’s degree in logistics or supply chain management is often preferred. Experience Level: Positions range from junior (1–3 years) to senior roles (7 years). Benefits of Working with Us: Competitive base salary Opportunities for advancement within a growing national organization Collaborative, energetic team culture Full suite of benefits including health, dental, vision, and 401(k) MODE Global is the 5th largest truckload broker and largest non-asset intermodal provider in North America. With over 200 agents/offices distributed from coast to coast, MODE Global operates under a family of businesses and brands, delivering as a premier full-service solutions provider to the logistics industry. At MODE, we’re dedicated to providing our employees with a working environment where they can flourish professionally and personally. You can expect an inclusive and supportive workplace where people help each other succeed. Our benefits package is exceptional, including medical, dental, and vision with flexible time off policies. We believe in the future of our employees, so we offer a generous match to your 401k plan. With locations all across the United States, you can join us in providing transportation and logistics solutions to our customers. MODE Global is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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