Regional Carrier Representative

Anderson Trucking Service•Jacksonville, FL

46d•$40,000 - $55,000

About The Position

Enjoy a career that has a guaranteed base salary and incentive program, along with a comprehensive benefits package! The Regional Carrier Representative is responsible to enhance and increase the carrier base of ATS Logistics Services, Inc. in an assigned region, by implementing sound marketing and customer service principles by attracting and retaining qualified carriers, aiding in brokerage operations by working both in-house and various office and divisions of ATS Logistics throughout the U.S. while acting as the liaison between the carriers and shippers. Passion.Drive.Commitment Anderson Trucking Service (ATS) is a family-owned company that has earned its place as a respected industry leader, with sustained growth across the nation. ATS is committed to helping people succeed by delivering worldwide Transportation Solutions. It's an exciting time to make an impact. Pairing your passion and drive with our commitment to your success, sky's the limit! Find your place in the ATS family today. #WeAreATS Position Summary: Responsible to enhance and increase the carrier base of ATS Logistics Services, Inc. in an assigned region, by implementing sound marketing and customer service principles by attracting and retaining qualified carriers, aiding in brokerage operations by working both in-house and various office and divisions of ATS Logistics throughout the U.S. while acting as the liaison between the carriers and shippers.

Requirements

Higher education (i.e. two or four year degree) preferred but not required
Good understanding of marketing, sales and customer service
Strong computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
Effective verbal and written communication; over the phone, in person, and via email
Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listen and get clarification; respond well to questions; write clearly and informatively; able to read and interpret written information
Balance team and individual responsibilities; give and welcome feedback; contribute to building a positive team spirit
Set and achieve challenging goals; measure self against standard of excellence
In support of ATS's culture, all employees are expected to consistently, effectively and reliably perform in accordance with the Company's values as set forth in our core competencies and behaviors (All Employee and All Manager Competencies).
Infrequent travel may be required
Ability to work remotely on occasion
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Problem Solving - identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations
Analytical - collects and researches data
Customer Service - manages difficult customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; meets commitments
Communication - speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; writes clearly and informatively; able to read and interpret written information
Team Work - balances team and individual responsibilities; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit
Organizational Support - follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values
Attendance/Dependability - consistently at work on time; follows instructions; completes tasks
Motivation - sets and achieves challenging goals; measures self against standard of excellence

Responsibilities

Contact existing, inactive or potential carriers
Negotiate rates with carriers to handle customer shipments
Learn to sell our well recognized product
Dispatch qualified carrier to available freight, providing all pertinent information necessary for a high level of service, responding to questions, investigating and resolving problems as needed, and updating carrier trips in the data system
Update computer system to reflect accurate information
Maintain pricing and rate quoting competitive to the current market conditions
Manage a book of business in excess of a million dollars annually
Acts as a liaison between carriers and shippers

Benefits

Employees will have the opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401k retirement savings plan effective on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
Additionally, we provide paid holidays, paid time off, access to professional development opportunities, wellness programs, and employee assistance resources to our employees.

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