Specialist, Carrier Procurement

RXO, Inc.•Phoenix, AZ

22h

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. As a Specialist, Carrier Procurement at RXO, you will source, negotiate, and secure carriers to move available freight in a timely and cost-effective manner. What your day-to-day will look like: 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

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