Carrier Procurement Specialist

Bounce Logistics; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Bounce Logistics is seeking a motivated Specialist in Carrier Procurement to join their team in Charleston, SC. This role involves sourcing and negotiating with carriers to ensure timely and cost-effective freight transportation. Candidates should have at least one year of procurement experience and possess strong negotiation and communication skills. The company offers a supportive culture and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Child care support

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of procurement experience required.
• Experience in transportation is a plus.
• 2 years of sales or customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate strong carrier relationships for freight movement.
• Negotiate and secure carriers to move freight efficiently.
• Maintain communication regarding route changes and delays.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

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As a Specialist, Carrier Procurement in Brokerage with Bounce Logistics (division of RXO), you will source, negotiate, and secure carriers to move available freight in a timely and cost-effective manner. This role provides the opportunity to develop last relationships with carriers and work to support them in the transportation of freight.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Cultivate strong core carrier relationships while negotiating and securing carriers to move freight
• Maintain continuous communication with carriers and customers to ensure a high-quality freight movement process
• Ensure all parties are informed of route changes, delays, freight concerns or other issues as necessary
• Schedule pickup and delivery appointment times; use discretion and insight when considering all factors affecting timeframe, including weather, traffic, miles, service rules, etc.
• Follow established procedures and protocols regarding HVS and HRC loads to ensure the integrity of the shipment and the RXO brand
• Accurately maintain and update information in the company’s operating systems
• Conduct research in available databases for potential leads; make cold calls to prospects
• Track back-end billing and invoicing to ensure that carrier charges are accurate

What you’ll need to excel:

At a minimum, you’ll need:

• 1 year of procurement experience

It’d be great if you also have:

• 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

In this role, you’ll be supported by a passionate team motivated by fast-paced innovation and the desire to deliver for customers. We’re a company where you can continually advance your career, no matter your background — the opportunities are endless and yours for the taking. If you’re driven and looking for a place to grow, come join us.

Does this sound like you? Check out what else RXO has to offer.

Our Culture

We do great things when we are inclusive and work together. To perform with excellence, we learn from one another, value diverse perspectives, operate safely, and build strong relationships. We welcome everyone regardless of background, identity or ability.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Customer Service and Sales

• Industries

  Freight and Package Transportation, Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, and Truck Transportation

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Child care support

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Tuition assistance

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