Job Description
Job Description
Carrier Sales Executive
Role and Responsibilities
As a Carrier Sales Executive, you will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and growing relationships between qualified carriers and DeSpir Logistics. You will utilize tools to guide negotiations and buying decisions. This role combines sales, and account management to meet the transportation needs of our customers. This is a fast paced, high-energy position.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (
- DENOTES GDP ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS) :
- Responsible for negotiating rates and assigning carriers on customer shipments
- Collecting the following information from the carrier : driver(s) information, phone number, truck and trailer numbers and registrations, CDLs
- Understand all customer shipment requirements and communicate them to the assigned driver(s) accordingly
- Responsible for completing CS pre pick up script and getting GPS and temp monitoring (if applicable) for every shipment
- Efficiently leverage existing qualified carrier relationships and on-board new carriers while securing solid commitments on tough new lanes and seizing new load / lane opportunities
- Responsible for carrier selection to ensure the carrier and driver(s) has been fully briefed and can meet and exceed customers’ expectations and requirements
- Develop meaningful relationships with carriers and operational understandings, helping match carrier preferred lanes with freight.
- Continually collaborate with internal DeSpir team members, other departments and any other personnel necessary to help secure and service customers.
- Manage carriers and their performance weekly to hold accountability and strive for the best possible carrier / driver performance to service our customers
QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS / EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS :
Two years of Logistics Brokerage Experience preferredBachelor's degree preferredStrong ability to persuade, motivate, negotiate, and influence othersAbility to thrive under deadlines and work in a team environment, while also delivering independent resultsExcellent communication skills, verbal and writtenDriven, enthusiastic, and highly motivatedAbility to build strong relationshipsHigh attention to detail and ability to multitaskWorking knowledge of Microsoft OfficeDemonstrates company’s core values : Conscientious, Creative, Determined, Accountable, Willing to Help, and VulnerableWhat We Offer :
Competitive starting salaryRecognition programs using AwardcoFree lunch FridaysAll day healthy snacks and drinksIn-office golf launch monitor-simulatorMedical, dental, vision, and FSA plans401k contribution at 3%Company paid Life Insurance / AD&D and Short-Term DisabilityPaid Time Off (PTO)Paid Bereavement Time OffFree onsite fitness centerOnsite restaurantHybrid work schedule (1 WFH day)Hourly pay range : $24.00 - $28.00, based on experience, with monthly incentive plan, based on performance.
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