Specialist, Carrier Procurement
$45,011–$45,011 year
On-siteChicago, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Source, negotiate, and secure carriers to move available freight in a timely and cost-effective manner. Cultivate strong core carrier relationships while maintaining continuous communication with carriers and customers to ensure high-quality freight movement. Schedule pickup and delivery appointments, considering factors such as weather, traffic, and service rules. Follow established procedures for HVS and HRC loads to ensure shipment integrity, and accurately maintain information in operating systems. Conduct research in available databases for potential leads and make cold calls to prospects. Track back-end billing and invoicing to ensure carrier charges are accurate. This role offers competitive pay at $21.64 per hour with eligibility for bonus or commission.
Required Qualifications
- 1 year of procurement experience
Desired Qualifications
- 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
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