Carrier Relations & Network Partnerships Lead

RXO Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) company match

Health, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

RXO Inc. is seeking a Carrier Relations Manager to join our Chicago team onsite. You’ll collaborate with senior leadership and the pricing group to align commitments with network direction and drive profitable outcomes across lanes.

You will manage conversations with carrier partners, review performance data, and help secure capacity while maintaining service levels. Strong Excel and relationship-building skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in transportation or logistics, preferably asset-based or with carriers.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in MS Excel.
• Ability to build strong relationships and work effectively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leadership and pricing to align commitments and network direction.
• Collaborate with customer teams to identify, develop, and support new business opportunities across the network.
• Oversee the full bid process—including target setting, requirement definition, and stakeholder communication—to ensure competitive and profitable outcomes.
• Participate in on-site, face-to-face customer meetings to present network capabilities, discuss solutions, and build strategic relationships.
• Meet regularly with carrier representatives and managers to communicate network needs, performance expectations, and long-term strategy.

Skills

Analytical skills

MS Excel

Relationship building

Communication

Job description

RXO Inc. is seeking a Carrier Relations Manager to join our Chicago team onsite. You’ll collaborate with senior leadership and the pricing group to align commitments with network direction and drive profitable outcomes across lanes.

You will manage conversations with carrier partners, review performance data, and help secure capacity while maintaining service levels. Strong Excel and relationship-building skills are essential.