Carrier Procurement Specialist — Build Relationships

RXO, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

RXO, Inc. in Columbus, OH is seeking a Specialist, Carrier Procurement in Brokerage to source, negotiate, and secure carriers for timely, cost-effective freight movement. You will develop relationships with carriers and support them in transporting goods while upholding RXO standards.

The role offers compensation of $19.24–$21.64 per hour plus a monthly bonus with uncapped earning potential; additional bonus or commission pay may apply depending on performance and experience.

Qualifications

• 1 year of procurement or transportation experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work or military experience.
• 2 years of sales or customer service experience.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion while functioning independently within authorized limits.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate strong carrier relationships while negotiating and securing carriers to move freight.
• Maintain communication with carriers and customers to ensure high-quality freight movement.
• Inform all parties of route changes, delays, or issues as necessary.
• Schedule pickup and delivery times, considering weather, traffic, and service rules.
• Follow procedures to ensure shipment integrity and RXO brand.
• Update information in operating systems accurately.
• Research databases for potential leads and make cold calls to prospects.
• Track billing and invoicing to ensure carrier charges are accurate.

Skills

Procurement experience

Transportation experience

Sales experience

Customer service experience

Judgment and discretion

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Equivalent work or military experience

Job description

RXO, Inc. in Columbus, OH is seeking a Specialist, Carrier Procurement in Brokerage to source, negotiate, and secure carriers for timely, cost-effective freight movement. You will develop relationships with carriers and support them in transporting goods while upholding RXO standards.

The role offers compensation of $19.24–$21.64 per hour plus a monthly bonus with uncapped earning potential; additional bonus or commission pay may apply depending on performance and experience.