Carrier Procurement - Dry Van

Priority1•Little Rock, AR

8d•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. This role focuses on sourcing and securing dry van truckload capacity, negotiating carrier rates, managing freight, and maintaining strong carrier partnerships in a fast-paced, metrics-driven environment. The position is based in a modern office in downtown Little Rock, Arkansas. New hires receive hands-on training, mentorship, and support from experienced Carrier Procurement leaders. Onboarding includes shadowing team members, learning industry best practices, and preparing to manage freight independently. Priority1 also describes opportunities for advancement and long-term career growth, including promotion from within.

Requirements

Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Ability to negotiate effectively and confidently with carriers.
Highly organized, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.
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 multi-task, problem-solve, and prioritize daily workload.
Excellent organization and record-keeping skills.
Comfort with oral and written communication, primarily by telephone and email.
Ability to deal with stressful situations and occasionally work extended hours.
Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Nice To Haves

Experience in logistics, transportation, freight brokerage, customer service, sales, or carrier procurement.
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.
Professional communication skills via phone, email, and internal collaboration.
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.
Consistently meet activity and performance goals in a metrics-driven environment.

Benefits

$40,000 base salary plus commissions, with unlimited earning potential.
Medical insurance premiums paid at 100% for employees and dependents.
Dental insurance paid at 100% for the employee.
Vision insurance.
HSA with employer contributions; the description also mentions a company contribution to a flexible spending plan that does not expire.
Life insurance.
Short-term disability coverage.
Long-term disability coverage.
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.
Hands-on training, mentorship, and opportunities for advancement and long-term career growth.