Carrier Procurement Representative

Rich's • Buffalo, NY

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About The Position

ROAR Logistics is seeking a dynamic and driven Carrier Sales Representative to help ensure efficient freight transportation, optimize margins, and foster strong carrier relationships. The role works independently and collaboratively to source and secure qualified carriers, support ROAR’s customer base, and coordinate shipments using transportation management technology.

The representative develops carrier capacity, makes informed purchasing and rate-negotiation decisions, maintains carrier availability information, follows carrier setup and compliance procedures, and dispatches drivers. The position also involves ongoing shipment communication and resolving issues for customers, carriers, and internal associates.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent GED.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in logistics operations.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook Email System.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and prioritize tasks effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Logistics, or one to two years of experience in the logistics industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Source and secure qualified carriers for timely freight transportation while maximizing margins and minimizing risks.
• Develop and maintain a network of carriers to support ROAR’s customer base and pre-plan carrier equipment usage.
• Analyze market trends, load history, and industry publications to inform buying decisions and negotiate competitive rates with carrier partners.
• Reach out to carriers through outbound calls and other channels to capture truckload capacity and expand fleet usage.
• Collect and update carriers’ daily and weekly capacity and availability data in the Transportation Management System (TMS).
• Ensure compliance with ROAR’s carrier setup and compliance procedures and guidelines.
• Dispatch drivers, enter pertinent driver and shipment details into the TMS, and provide ongoing communication and updates through shipment completion.
• Address issues promptly and effectively for customers, carriers, and internal associates.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the ROAR Management team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED