Heavy Haul Solutions Specialist

Arrive Logistics • Richmond, VA

10d

About The Position

As a Heavy Haul Solutions Specialist, you will support growth in Arrive Logistics’ Open Deck division by developing accurate, competitive, and profitable pricing for over-dimensional/overweight (OS/OW) and heavy haul freight. You will assess complex freight specifications, equipment configurations, route feasibility, permits, and other cost drivers, while helping the commercial teams win and retain specialized business.

The role works across Sales, Account Management, Carrier Sales, carrier procurement, and external carrier partners. It requires strong knowledge of heavy haul logistics, regulatory and safety considerations, pricing tools, and transportation management systems. Arrive describes its workplace culture as fun, casual, collaborative, and supportive of personal and career development.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience pricing, brokering, or dispatching heavy haul, OS/OW, or specialized flatbed/open deck freight in a 3PL or freight brokerage environment.
• Deep working knowledge of federal and state DOT permitting rules, legal axle weight limits, escort or pilot car regulations, and specialized routing restrictions.
• Ability to interpret technical load specifications and bills of lading (BOLs) to make timely equipment and pricing decisions.
• Advanced analytical and mathematical proficiency, including strong Microsoft Excel skills for building and auditing cost-plus rate models.
• Experience with specialized market intelligence and pricing tools, such as DAT, Truckstop, or Greenscreens, and with Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple time-sensitive priorities in a high-urgency setting.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or equivalent professional experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with heavy haul industry sectors such as construction, energy, renewables/wind, agriculture, or industrial machinery.
• Familiarity with cross-border specialized moves.

Responsibilities

• Build accurate, competitive, and profitable quotes for OS/OW and heavy haul freight across specialized equipment types, including step decks, RGNs, lowboys, multi-axle setups, and other specialized trailers.
• Analyze freight dimensions, weights, axle configurations, and engineering drawings to select appropriate equipment and assess route feasibility.
• Include variable cost drivers in spot quotes and RFPs, such as state permits, pilot or escort cars, police details, route surveys, superload fees, and travel-time restrictions.
• Source competitive market rates and partner with carrier procurement teams to expand and maintain a network of qualified specialized heavy haul carriers.
• Respond to spot quote requests and RFPs within target turnaround windows while balancing quote win rates and profitability thresholds.
• Collaborate with Sales, Account Management, and Carrier Sales to set customer expectations about transit times, equipment availability, cost drivers, and operational lead times.
• Track quote performance, lane dynamics, and accessorial cost trends to refine pricing models, benchmarks, and quoting guidelines.
• Identify and flag regulatory compliance, safety, and cargo claims risks before load booking and dispatch.
• Use pricing tools, rate benchmarking platforms, and TMS software to streamline workflows and support data-backed pricing decisions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental coverage.
• Matching 401(k) program.
• Employee Resource Groups.
• Office-wide engagement activities, team events, and happy hours.
• Casual dress code.
• Free counseling sessions through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Company-paid holidays, paid vacation time, and wellness days.
• 100% paid parental leave.
• Employee referral program.
• Relocation assistance packages for candidates who are not local to the area.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed