Logistics Carrier Sales Representative

Job description

JOB TITLE: CARRIER SALES REP: Position Purpose: As part of our Freight Management Group’s carrier sales team, you will work closely with our network of carriers, as well as develop new relationships focusing on improving efficiency and managing transportation costs. You will be responsible for taking a proactive approach in mastering the pricing and capacity fluctuations in the truckload shipping market. You will coordinate the successful movement of loads based on customer requirements, perform carrier compliance and work with our outsourced network of transportation partners. Job Functions: - Negotiate rates with carriers for maximum profit while simultaneously providing excellent customer service. Collect, document, and disseminate accurate information to/from Carriers and Drivers and between internal departments. - Dispatch drivers to designated shippers, consignees, and intermediate stops if applicable. - Collect all required information from drivers before dispatching and provide accurate and detailed information regarding directions, load information, pick-up/delivery times/numbers as well as all other special load related information. - Manage carrier issues and resolve car...