Carrier Sales Specialist

RXO, Inc.•Atlanta, GA

3d•$45,000•Onsite

About The Position

Accelerate your career at RXO. RXO is a leading provider of transportation solutions. With cutting-edge technology at the center, we're revolutionizing the industry with our massive network and commitment to finding solutions for every challenge. We create more efficient ways for shippers and carriers to transport goods across North America. Compensation for this role is $45,000.00. The role may also be eligible for bonus or commission pay. Actual compensation may vary due to factors such as experience and skill set. As a Carrier Sales Specialist at RXO, you will source, negotiate, and secure carriers to move available freight in a timely and cost-effective manner. Please note this is an on-site role located in our Chicago office.

Requirements

1 year of sales experience
The ability to exercise judgment and discretion while functioning independently within authorized limits

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work or military experience
1 year of transportation experience
2 years of sales or customer service experience

Responsibilities

Cultivate strong core carrier relationships while negotiating and securing carriers to move freight
Maintain continuous communication with carriers and customers to ensure a high-quality freight movement process
Ensure all parties are informed of route changes, delays, freight concerns, or other issues as necessary
Schedule pickup and delivery appointment times while considering factors such as weather, traffic, mileage, and service requirements
Follow established procedures and protocols regarding HVS and HRC loads to ensure shipment integrity and protect the RXO brand
Accurately maintain and update information within company operating systems
Conduct research in available databases for potential leads and make cold calls to prospects
Track back-end billing and invoicing to ensure carrier charges are accurate
Participation in RXO’s dedicated Peak Project supporting Local or Expedite accounts from November 10 through December 24. During this assignment, team members will support a critical 24/7 customer operation in a fast-paced environment. Due to the nature of the operation, schedules will rotate based on business and customer coverage needs.

Benefits

Competitive pay
Paid time off includes: up to 8 holidays, up to 2 floating Diversity Days, Hourly: Earn up to 13 days PTO/ Salary: Earn up to 15 days PTO, up to 40 hours bereavement leave, up to 16 hours volunteer time, jury duty, at least 2 weeks family bonding leave, up to 40 hours prenatal care leave
401(k) retirement plan with up to 5% company match
Insurance: health, prescription, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life, short and long-term disability, accidental death and personal loss, business travel, legal services, ID theft, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption assistance
Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account, Health Care Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Spending Account
Health Reimbursement Arrangement
A one-time completion bonus opportunity of up to $3,000 based on individual and company performance metrics, less any overtime earned during the project
Company-provided paid time off from December 24 through January 2, separate from and not deducted from accrued PTO balances