Truckload Transportation Coordinator

ABOUT QUINCE Founded in 2018, Quince was built to challenge the idea that nice things have to cost a lot. Our mission is simple: to make really high quality essentials for really low prices, produced fairly and sustainably. We believe everyone deserves exceptional craftsmanship and timeless design without the traditional markups. Quince is a direct-to-consumer (DTC) model that cuts out middlemen and leverages just-in-time manufacturing to minimize waste and maximize value. Quince is a tech company disrupting the retail industry by putting AI, analytics and automation at the center of everything we do. Our unwavering commitment to excellence and company values guide our teams and actions: Customer First: We prioritize customer satisfaction in every decision. High Quality: True quality means premium materials and rigorous production standards you can feel good about. Essential Design: We focus on timeless, functional essentials instead of chasing trends. Always a Better Deal: Innovation and transparency ensure value for both customers and partners. Social & Environmental Responsibility: We commit to sustainable materials, ethical production, and fair wages. Quince partners with world-class manufacturers across the globe and serves millions of customers. With strong investor backing and a focus on sustainable growth, we are a company that is rapidly scaling while maintaining a commitment to quality, simplicity, and radical price transparency. OUR TEAM AND SUCCESS At Quince, you will be part of a high-performing team that is redefining what quality, value, and sustainability mean in modern retail. We are a destination for builders, innovators, and operators to come together and challenge the status quo. Our collective ambition is bold. We are creating an entirely new category and customer experience – one that democratizes luxury and provides high quality products at radically low prices. That mission demands a world-class team committed to excellence. If you are motivated by impact, growth, and purpose, you will find a strong sense of belonging at Quince. THE ROLE Truckload Transportation Coordinator We are seeking a Truckload Transportation Coordinator to join our growing team. The Truckload Transportation Coordinator is responsible for planning, booking, and managing daily truckload movements across the network. This role operates in a dynamic, fast-moving environment where truck size, routing, co-loading opportunities, and carrier selection are adjusted daily to optimize cost while prioritizing on-time performance. This role owns execution from load planning through delivery and is accountable for securing capacity, negotiating rates, tracking in-transit freight, and resolving exceptions in real time.

Responsibilities

Daily Load Planning & Execution Plan and book daily truckload movements Dynamically adjust truck size, routing, and consolidation decisions based on volume, cut times, and service requirements Ensure loads are tendered, accepted, dispatched, and delivered on time Sourcing & Rate Management Negotiate contracted and spot rates with carriers Secure spot capacity when contracted options are unavailable or suboptimal Maintain rate cards and spot rate benchmarks by lane and equipment type In-Transit Monitoring & Issue Resolution Track all assigned loads from pickup through delivery Proactively identify risks (late pickups, missed appointments, breakdowns, capacity failures) Coordinate recovery plans with carriers, FCs, and downstream partners Escalate high-impact risks with clear mitigation options and tradeoffs Provide weekend or after-hours support when needed Performance & Cost Optimization Balance service-level commitments with cost efficiency on a daily basis Identify recurring cost drivers and performance issues by lane or carrier Support continuous improvement efforts related to lane design, carrier mix, and tender strategy Visibility & Documentation Ensure accurate load status updates in TMS and internal systems Validate carrier confirmations, PODs, and delivery timestamps Support reporting on on-time performance and cost

Qualifications

Required: Highly self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership Strong critical thinker who can evaluate tradeoffs and make sound decisions with incomplete information Comfortable operating in fast-paced, dynamic environments with changing daily plans Clear, concise communicator who can escalate issues with context and proposed solutions Preferred: Experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain, or operations Exposure to truckload transportation (FTL, LTL. dry van, box truck) Experience working with TMS, carrier portals, or operational tracking tools Familiarity with freight terminology, equipment types, or rate structures Background in operations-heavy roles (dispatch, warehouse ops, field ops, customer ops) All posted ranges are reflective of base salary and may vary depending upon experience level and location. Bonus and equity may also be provided for eligible roles. Pay Range $67,000—$104,000 USD WHY QUINCE? Joining Quince means being part of a mission-driven team reshaping retail. You will work alongside talented colleagues, tackle meaningful challenges, and contribute to building a more sustainable, accessible future for customers and partners alike. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & HIRING INTEGRITY Quince provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applications for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Quince is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application or to perform the essential functions of a role at Quince, please let us know by completing this accommodation form. We review all requests individually and will work with you to determine appropriate accommodations on a case-by-case basis. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Quince will conduct background checks in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Security Advisory: Beware of Frauds At Quince, we're dedicated to recruiting top talent who share our drive for innovation. To safeguard candidates, Quince emphasizes legitimate recruitment practices. Initial communication is primarily via official Quince email addresses and LinkedIn; beware of deviations. Personal data and sensitive information will not be solicited during the application phase. Interviews are conducted via phone, in person, or through the approved platforms Google Meets or Zoom—never via messaging apps or other calling services. Offers are merit-based, communicated verbally, and followed up in writing. If personal information is requested to initiate the hiring process, rest assured it will be through secure and protected means. Apply To This Job