Carrier Sales Specialist

Coyote•Chicago, IL

49d•$40,000 - $50,000

About The Position

As a Specialist, Carrier Procurement in Brokerage at RXO, you will source, negotiate, and secure carriers to move available freight in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Requirements

1 year of procurement experience

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
The ability to exercise judgment and discretion while functioning independently within authorized limits

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; use discretion and insight when considering all factors affecting timeframe, including weather, traffic, miles, service rules, etc.
Follow established procedures and protocols regarding HVS and HRC loads to ensure the integrity of the shipment and the RXO brand
Accurately maintain and update information in the company's operating systems
Conduct research in available databases for potential leads; make cold calls to prospects
Track back-end billing and invoicing to ensure that carrier charges are accurate