Carrier Sales Job at Express Logistics, Urbandale, IA

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  • Express Logistics
  • Urbandale, IA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Day in The Life

  • Support the sales team, with a “can do” attitude in reaching or exceeding monthly goals.
  • A minimum of 25 outbound calls per day.
  • Carrier sourcing and procurement, negotiate rates and track shipments.
  • Establish and maintain carrier relationships to leverage the freight spend.
  • Monitor on time service standards for carriers and provide accurate and timely reporting of issues.
  • Emergency contact person for after hours. (It is a rotation)
  • The above responsibilities and additional duties may vary as assigned.

Education/Work Experience

  • High School Diploma or GED preferred.
  • 1-year customer service experience.
  • Logistics experience is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Self-Starter and highly motivated.
  • Ability to multi-task.
  • Attentive to detail and deadlines.
  • Can work independently or with a team.
  • Organized in a fast-paced work environment.
  • Strong PC, phone skills and excellent customer service skills.

Accountabilities

Cover load with reliable carriers * Carrier development of a regular carrier base * Continued Education

Core Values Expectations

  • OWN IT – Take Accountability – Do Whatever It Takes – Stay Focused – Be Humble
  • HUSTLE – Be Enthusiastic – Be Tenacious – Work Smart
  • DO WHAT’S RIGHT – Show Integrity – Be Respectful – Do What You Say
  • NEVER QUIT LEARNING – Be Curious – Collaborate – Embrace Coaching

Physical Expectations

  • Sedentary work – sit or stand at a desk, use a computer and a phone for most of the day.
  • Repetitive motion – type on a computer, write or dial on a phone.
  • Hearing – be able to receive detailed information through oral communication.
  • Talking – expressing or exchanging ideas by speaking when necessary.
  • Visual – be able to see a computer screen, read reports and/or information.
  • Pushing, pulling and/or lifting objects 25lbs or less.

Environment Conditions

  • Work indoors in an office environment.
  • Open work areas.
  • Fun and playful environment.
  • Music playing – for all to hear.
  • Travel as business needs.

Requirements:

Job Tags

Work experience placement, Work at office,

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