Top 196 Freight manager Jobs in Connecticut

Freight Coordinator (OTR Ocean Dispatch)
Canusa Hershman Recycling LLC —Branford, CT
- $60,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
- OTR
- Communication skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Conductors
Herzog —New Haven, CT
- $44.91 an hour
- Background check
- Customer service
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Locomotive Engineers
Herzog —New Haven, CT
- $51.01 an hour
- Background check
- Customer service
- DOT physical examination
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Manager Express Amazon BDL
WFS Express, Inc. —Windsor Locks, CT
- $95,000 - $115,000 a year
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
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Logistics Manager
Grower Direct Farms Inc —Somers, CT
- $80,000 - $95,000 a year
- Extended hours
- In-person
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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CDL-A Regional Company Truck Driver Jobs – NE Routes
EPES Transport System —Bridgeport, CT
- $1,500 - $1,650 a week
- Full-time
- No touch freight
- CDL A
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Line Haul Truck Driver
J.P. Express Service, Inc —Northford, CT
- $29 - $31 an hour
- Full-time
- Hazmat Endorsement
- DOT physical examination
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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CDL-A Regional Company Truck Driver Jobs – NE Routes
EPES Transport System —Waterbury, CT
- $1,500 - $1,650 a week
- Full-time
- No touch freight
- CDL A
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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CDL-A Regional Company Truck Driver Jobs – NE Routes
EPES Transport System —Norwich, CT
- $1,500 - $1,650 a week
- Full-time
- No touch freight
- CDL A
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Shipping and Receiving Specialist
Confidential —New Milford, CT
- $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- ERP systems
- Mid-level
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CDL-A Regional Company Truck Driver Jobs – NE Routes
EPES Transport System —New Haven, CT
- $1,500 - $1,650 a week
- Full-time
- No touch freight
- CDL A
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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CDL-A Regional Company Truck Driver Jobs
EPES Transport System —Hartford, CT
- $1,300 - $1,500 a week
- Full-time
- No touch freight
- CDL A
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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CDL-A Regional Company Truck Driver Jobs
EPES Transport System —Bridgeport, CT
- $1,300 - $1,500 a week
- Full-time
- No touch freight
- CDL A
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Operations Manager- LTL Trucking Industry
J.P. Express Service, Inc —Northford, CT
- $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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CDL-A REGIONAL TRUCK DRIVER - HOME WEEKENDS
Smith Transport —Bristol, CT
- $55,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- CDL A
- Mid-level
- 21 years or older
- Free parking
- Passenger ride along program
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Purchasing Manager
All Marine Spares International LLC —Shelton, CT
- $75,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Writing skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Truck Driver- Pick up and Delivery
J.P. Express Service, Inc —Northford, CT
- $25 - $31 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CDL B
- Clean driving record
- Hazmat Endorsement
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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CDL-A REGIONAL TRUCK DRIVER - HOME WEEKENDS
Smith Transport —Danbury, CT
- $55,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- CDL A
- Mid-level
- 21 years or older
- Free parking
- Passenger ride along program
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Client Success Specialist
Northeast Building and Home LLC —Bridgeport, CT
- $29.81 - $40.38 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Salesforce
- English
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Assistant Branch Manager
Northeast Building & Home —New Canaan, CT
- $62,000 - $84,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Management
- Customer service
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Freight Coordinator (OTR Ocean Dispatch)

Canusa Hershman Recycling LLC -
Branford, CT

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Job Details

Full-time
$60,000 - $70,000 a year

Benefits

Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

General freight transportation
Customer communication
Logistics customer service
Employee relationship building
Dispatch software communication
Productivity software
Stakeholder relationship building

Full Job Description

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly driven, decisive, and solutions-oriented Freight Coordinator to manage over-the-road (OTR) and ocean container shipments. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and is comfortable making quick decisions, solving problems in real time, and holding carriers accountable to meet service expectations.

The ideal candidate brings a strong sense of urgency, takes ownership of outcomes, and can confidently manage challenging situations while maintaining strong relationships with carriers and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Dispatch & Execution:
Coordinate and manage daily pickup and delivery schedules across OTR and ocean shipments, ensuring on-time performance.
Real-Time Problem Solving:
Quickly identify and resolve issues such as delays, missed pickups, or capacity shortages. Make decisions independently when needed to keep freight moving.
Carrier Management & Accountability:
Maintain constant communication with carriers and enforce service expectations. Address performance issues directly and ensure compliance with company standards.
High-Volume Prioritization:
Manage multiple shipments simultaneously while prioritizing urgent issues and shifting demands.
Communication:
Act as the central point of contact between carriers, sales, and internal teams. Provide clear, timely updates and solutions.
Carrier Vetting & Compliance:
Onboard new carriers and monitor existing partners to ensure compliance with safety, insurance, and performance requirements.
Data & System Management:
Accurately enter and maintain shipment data in internal systems and ensure documentation is complete and up to date.

Qualifications:

Proven experience in dispatching, freight coordination, and logistics operations
Strong decision-making ability in fast-paced, time-sensitive environments
Comfortable handling difficult conversations and enforcing expectations with carriers
Ability to prioritize, multitask, and adapt quickly to changing conditions

Strong customer service skills with a focus on responsiveness, communication, and issue resolution

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Strong understanding of transportation processes, regulations, and carrier operations
Proficiency in dispatch/logistics software and Microsoft Office
Self-motivated with a high sense of ownership and accountability

What We’re Looking For:

Someone who takes initiative and acts quickly, even with incomplete information
A professional who is comfortable with urgency, pressure, and constant change
A person who can balance relationships with accountability
A team member who owns results and follows through

Work Environment / Schedule:

Full-time: Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Fully Remote

Reporting Structure:

Reports to Freight Manager

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary based on experience and qualifications
Health, Dental, Vision insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Group life insurance
401(k) with company match
Generous PTO and vacation policy
Tuition reimbursement
Annual Performance Incentive Program

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