Account Coordinator (Government Services) - Phoenix, AZ

Job Summary The Government Services Account Coordinator owns the day-to-day operational execution for BlueGrace's federal, state, and municipal freight accounts — an environment where reliability, compliance, and precise reporting are contractual obligations, not optional best practices. This role is responsible for building and maintaining a vetted carrier network, managing award go-lives, and ensuring committed government shipments move on time and in full. The ideal candidate is detail-driven, thrives in a high-volume task environment, communicates with clarity, and takes personal ownership of outcomes. This is a hands-on position with direct, visible impact on mission-critical freight. Job Summary The Government Services Account Coordinator owns the day-to-day operational execution for BlueGrace's federal, state, and municipal freight accounts — an environment where reliability, compliance, and precise reporting are contractual obligations, not optional best practices. This role is responsible for building and maintaining a vetted carrier network, managing award go-lives, and ensuring committed government shipments move on time and in full. The ideal candidate is detail-driven, thrives in a high-volume task environment, communicates with clarity, and takes personal ownership of outcomes. This is a hands-on position with direct, visible impact on mission-critical freight. Shift: 9 am to 6 pm AZ time Please note that this position is on-site at our office located at 5350 East High Street, Bldg A4, Suite 200, Phoenix , Arizona 85054. Duties And Responsibilities Carrier Network & Capacity Management Build and maintain a dedicated network of vetted, high-performing truckload carriers for government and strategic accounts. Maintain carrier performance and compliance scorecards; lead periodic carrier check-in calls to review KPIs and address performance gaps. Manage carrier contact records, equipment data, and driver information with a high standard of accuracy in the TMS. Support trailer pool management processes and related technology tools. Award Go-Lives & Lane Operations Own award go-lives end-to‑end, coordinating across internal teams and carrier partners to ensure new lanes are fully operational from day one. Track tendered volumes, shipment cadence, and award commitments against contractual obligations; flag deviations proactively. Maintain route guides, facility records, and contact information for shippers and consignees across all customer sites. Tracking, Visibility & Exception Management Monitor real-time and autonomous shipment tracking via FourKites and project44 to maintain continuous visibility on in-transit government freight. Identify and resolve daily operational exceptions quickly; elevate proactively when a shipment or carrier relationship is at risk. Follow up with carriers to collect PODs, invoices, and all required supporting documentation within required timeframes. Reporting & Compliance Maintain accurate shipment, equipment, and tender records across all government customer accounts. Learn and apply each customer's specific KPIs and reporting requirements to daily operational decision-making. Generate and distribute operational reports and lane performance summaries as required by account and management teams. Qualifications 1–2 years of experience in logistics, freight operations, or supply chain preferred; motivated entry‑level candidates from any background encouraged to apply. Familiarity with TMS platforms, carrier portals, or visibility tools (FourKites, project44) a plus. Clear, confident verbal and written communication skills; comfortable as the voice of the account to carrier partners. Strong data entry accuracy and attention to detail — precision matters in government reporting and compliance. Ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; quick to learn and navigate new systems and technology platforms. Available to work Monday–Friday in office, with occasional evening or weekend email monitoring for time-sensitive issues. High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field a plus. Key Competencies Drive for Results — takes ownership of outcomes with urgency and accountability. Collaboration — partners effectively across internal teams and carrier relationships to hit shared goals. Adaptability — stays organized and effective in a fast-changing, high-stakes operational environment. Tech Fluency — comfortable in Microsoft Office and quick to adopt new logistics systems and tools. Attention to Detail — manages high-volume transactional work without sacrificing accuracy or quality. #J-18808-Ljbffr BlueGrace Logistics