Carrier Procurement - Dry Van

Priority1•Little Rock, AR

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Priority1 is seeking a driven, competitive, and relationship-focused professional for its Carrier Procurement team, which connects customers with reliable transportation partners nationwide. The role focuses on sourcing and securing dry van truckload capacity, negotiating carrier rates, managing freight shipments, and maintaining strong carrier relationships. It is suited to someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, metrics-driven environment and can problem-solve, adapt to changing priorities, and communicate proactively. New hires receive hands-on training, mentorship, and support from experienced Carrier Procurement leaders. Onboarding includes shadowing team members and learning industry best practices. Priority1 promotes from within and offers opportunities for long-term career growth. The position is based in the company's modern downtown Little Rock, Arkansas office.

Requirements

Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Ability to negotiate effectively and confidently with carriers.
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Self-motivated, competitive, and results-oriented mindset.
Ability to communicate professionally by phone and email and collaborate internally.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, including multi-tasking, problem-solving, prioritizing workload, and maintaining records.
Ability to deal with stressful situations and occasionally work extended hours.
Required capability of sight and hearing.

Nice To Haves

Experience in logistics, transportation, freight brokerage, customer service, sales, or carrier procurement; experience is preferred but not required.
Strong work ethic and desire to succeed.
Ability to thrive under pressure and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
Experience working toward performance goals and activity metrics.
Customer-first mindset and commitment to service excellence.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain strong relationships with carrier partners nationwide.
Source and secure truckload capacity to support customer shipping needs.
Negotiate competitive carrier rates while maximizing profitability.
Use transportation management systems (TMS) and load boards to book and manage freight.
Monitor shipments and proactively communicate updates, delays, and service issues.
Collaborate with the sales team to ensure customer commitments are met.
Analyze market conditions and carrier availability to identify capacity opportunities.
Troubleshoot transportation challenges and develop solutions in real time.
Maintain accurate shipment records and provide timely updates throughout the transportation lifecycle.
Meet activity and performance goals in a metrics-driven environment.

Benefits

Medical insurance premiums paid at 100% for employees and dependents.
Dental insurance paid at 100% for the employee.
Vision insurance.
HSA with employer contributions.
Life insurance.
Short-term disability insurance.
Long-term disability insurance.
401(k) plan.
Profit sharing, with a typical annual contribution of 15% of total eligible compensation.
Paid holidays and PTO.
Cancer, critical illness, and accident policies available.
$40,000 base salary plus commissions, with uncapped earning potential.
Hands-on training, mentorship, and opportunities for advancement.