PLS Logistics Services Continues to Grow, Opening Office in Philadelphia

New office to bring 150 new jobs to Philadelphia

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Feb 24, 2015, 08:30 ET

CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pa., Feb. 24, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- PLS Logistics Services ("PLS"), a leading provider of third party logistics solutions and freight brokerage services, announced today that it has opened a new branch office in Philadelphia. This is PLS' eighth office nationwide, and was opened to meet the needs of PLS' expanding regional client base.

The office opened Monday February 23, 2015, with an initial team of 31 employees, 18 who were previously located at other successful PLS offices across the country, and 13 new hires from the Philadelphia area. Located at Constitution Place, Suite 1200, 325-41 Chestnut Street, the office is expected to create over 250 jobs in the greater Philadelphia area over the next three years.

"PLS continues to experience rapid growth and we are excited to announce the opening of our new branch office in Philadelphia," says Greg Burns, PLS' Chairman, President and CEO. "By adding new employees in the area, we will be able to tap into the strong sales talent in the Philadelphia market."

PLS chose the Philadelphia location because of its access to quality professional talent, which is the key to PLS' growth and expansion strategy. Interested candidates can apply immediately at http://plslogistics.com/careers or contact Minda Muenza-White at [email protected] or 724-814-5202. Prior logistics industry experience is not required, as employees receive extensive training and support.

About PLS

PLS Logistics Services is a leading provider of logistics management, brokerage and technology services for shippers across all industries. PLS handles millions of loads annually across all major freight modes: flatbed, van, LTL, rail and barge, air and ocean. The PLS carrier network consists of over 15,000 trucking companies along with Class-1 railroads and major barge companies. To learn more, visit www.plslogistics.com or call (724) 814-5100.

For press inquiries, please contact:

T.J. Muehlfeld, Senior Director of Marketing
P: (724) 814-8634
E: [email protected]

SOURCE PLS Logistics Services