Carrier Account Manager: Freight & Partnerships

Bridgeway; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgeway, a leading transporter, seeks a Carrier Account Manager to coordinate shipments between carriers and customers and ensure timely, cost-efficient delivery. You will negotiate rates, track orders, and maintain strong carrier partnerships in a fast-paced team environment.

The role emphasizes excellent communication, organizational skills, and independent work to achieve margin and volume targets while delivering exceptional service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and multitasking.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate freight rates with carriers and establish pricing terms.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with carrier partners.
• Coordinate shipments to ensure on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Track shipments and communicate status to customers and carriers.
• Maintain a carrier database and select carriers per shipment.
• Optimize routes and methods to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with sales and operations to support customer needs.
• Analyze market trends and recommend new carriers or methods.
• Provide guidance on best practices and procedures to team members.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business related field

Job description

Bridgeway, a leading transporter, seeks a Carrier Account Manager to coordinate shipments between carriers and customers and ensure timely, cost-efficient delivery. You will negotiate rates, track orders, and maintain strong carrier partnerships in a fast-paced team environment.

The role emphasizes excellent communication, organizational skills, and independent work to achieve margin and volume targets while delivering exceptional service.