Carrier Sales

*Capacity Procurement Executive I responsibilities and essential job functions include, but are not limited to the following:* * Ensure that customers freight is covered by managing the pickup, transit and on-time delivery * Present multiple modes of transportation options to your customer base * Negotiate rates with partner carriers to ensure we are able to continue to offer competitive rates to our customers * Dispatch carriers and properly update loads within our transportation management system * Maintain contact with carriers and internal business partners to ensure the shipper and consignee are aware of any challenges or issues that may arise * Consistently track and trace freight movements from origination to destination taking full responsibility for any occurrences while solving them both constructively and efficiently * Continuously develop the carrier base by making outbound calls to build new relationships and expand coverage solutions for our customers * Communicate daily with partner carriers to understand where their equipment is located and what type of haul they are looking to cover * Utilize partner carriers truck lists and external load boards to assist with matching customer needs with carrier abilities * Always provide exceptional customer service to internal team members, partner carriers and customers *Qualification, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:* * Have the drive, assertiveness, passion, and dedication to succeed in the logistics industry * Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment with rapidly changing priorities * Ability to handle and prioritize high call volumes and customer’s inquiries while exuding a high level of customer service * Strong negotiation, communication and relationship building skills * Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently * High school Diploma or GED * Bachelor’s Degree in Business or similar field of study with emphasis in: Supply Chain, Transportation, Logistics, Sales, Marketing, or International Business preferred * Previous experience in a full truckload environment a plus * Previous experience with McLeod or external load boards a plus * Basic knowledge of the following modes a plus: dry van, expedited, flatbed, oversized loads, refrigerated and intermodal R+L Global Logistics is a world-class provider of high quality domestic and international logistics and supply chain services, with a reputation for offering the highest quality freight solutions and services to our customers.
We have 14 offices across the country, with locations in Atlanta, Chicago, Cincinnati, Denver, Fort Myers, Indianapolis, Kansas City, Laredo, Los Angeles, Nashville, Newark, Ocala, Orlando and San Antonio allowing our logistics team to optimize the supply chain process for our customers.
Why our employees love working at R+L Global Logistics * Values “I love working for a company that I am proud to represent based on its morals and people”Opportunities “It’s exciting to play a part in building an organization knowing that as you succeed, more and more opportunities become available * People “While we are a larger company, I’ve still been able to form new friendships and relationships with the people around me” * Leadership “I love coming in each day and knowing that I my opinion matters to our leadership team * Exciting Benefits Including Vacation Properties “I love being able to go to Fort Myers Beach for a weekend getaway *BENEFITS* Company Vacation Properties, PTO, Sick Time, Paid Holidays, 401k, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Pet Insurance and Group Home & Auto Insurance R+L Global Logistics will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal or state law.
R+L Global Logistics will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.
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Job Type: Full-time Work Location: In person