Services | Cox Supply Chain Consulting LLC

What We Offer

End-to-End Logistics Expertise

From a single urgent shipment to a multi-year supply chain transformation, Cox Supply Chain has the people, equipment, and network to deliver. Explore our core service lines below.

Service 01

Freight Brokerage

As a licensed FMCSA freight broker (MC# 892341), Cox Supply Chain connects shippers with a vetted network of over 5,000 qualified carriers across the United States. We handle every detail — load matching, carrier negotiations, documentation, and real-time tracking — so you don't have to.

Full Truckload (FTL) — dry van, flatbed, reefer
Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) consolidation
Expedited and time-critical shipments
Oversize / overweight / specialized loads
Cross-border US–Mexico corridors via Laredo
Spot and contract rate negotiation

Service 02

Supply Chain Consulting

Our consulting team performs deep-dive supply chain assessments that identify inefficiencies, cost drivers, and risk exposures. We then deliver an actionable roadmap — with measurable milestones — to build a leaner, more resilient operation. On average, our consulting engagements deliver 18–30% logistics cost reduction within the first year.

Supply chain network design and optimization
Freight spend analysis and benchmarking
Carrier contract negotiation support
Inventory positioning and safety stock modeling
Risk assessment and contingency planning
KPI development and logistics dashboard design

Service 03

Warehousing & Distribution

Our 320,000 sq ft of warehouse space in the Houston Ship Channel area serves as a strategic distribution hub for clients moving goods to and from Gulf Coast markets. From bulk storage to sophisticated pick-and-pack fulfillment, we handle it all with real-time inventory visibility.

Short-term and long-term storage (ambient and cold)
Cross-docking and transloading
Pick-and-pack fulfillment
Inventory management and WMS integration
Kitting, labeling, and light assembly
Last-mile delivery in the Houston metro

Additional Services

More Ways We Support Your Operations

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Intermodal Logistics

Leverage rail, road, and ocean transport in a single seamless shipment. Our proximity to the Port of Houston makes us an ideal partner for container drayage, transloading, and port-to-door delivery.

Port of Houston container drayage
Rail ramp access — UP, BNSF, KCS corridors
International container repositioning
Transloading services on-site

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Temperature-Controlled Freight

FSMA-compliant cold chain transportation with multi-temp reefer trailers, continuous temperature monitoring, and trained cold chain specialists for food, pharma, and chemical shipments.

Fresh, chilled, and frozen transport
Pharmaceutical grade cold chain
Temperature excursion alerts and logging
HACCP and FSMA documentation

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Flatbed & Heavy Haul

Specialized transport for oversized equipment, steel, lumber, and construction materials. Our flatbed division handles standard loads as well as superloads requiring pilot cars and permit coordination.

Standard and extendable flatbed trailers
Step-deck and double-drop lowboys
Oversize permit management — all 48 states
Pilot car coordination and escort services

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Vendor & Carrier Management

We build and manage your carrier panel — vetting safety scores, insurance certificates, performance history, and compliance records — then monitor ongoing performance against agreed SLAs.

Carrier qualification and onboarding
Insurance certificate management
Carrier scorecarding and reporting
Compliance monitoring (FMCSA safety rating)

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Reverse Logistics

Efficient returns management that minimizes cost and restores product value. We design and operate reverse logistics programs for e-commerce, retail, and manufacturing clients.

Returns collection and consolidation
Product inspection and disposition
Refurbishment coordination
Liquidation and recycling partnerships

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Logistics Technology Integration

We help businesses implement and integrate Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), and supply chain visibility tools to modernize operations.

TMS selection and implementation support
ERP logistics module configuration
API integrations for real-time data exchange
Analytics dashboard and KPI reporting setup

How It Works

Our Engagement Process

Getting started with Cox Supply Chain is straightforward. Here is what you can expect from day one.

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Initial Consultation

We start with a complimentary consultation to understand your logistics challenges, current operation, and goals. No sales pitch — just an honest conversation.

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Assessment & Analysis

Our team reviews your shipping data, carrier contracts, and operational workflows to identify opportunities and build a clear picture of your supply chain.

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Custom Solution Design

We design a tailored service plan — specific carriers, lanes, warehouse space, consulting deliverables — built around your business needs and budget.

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Implementation

Your dedicated account team manages the full transition — carrier onboarding, system setup, staff orientation — to ensure a seamless go-live with zero disruption.

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Ongoing Optimization

We provide regular performance reviews, cost benchmarking, and continuous improvement recommendations — actively working to reduce costs and improve service over time.

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