Carrier Sales

Universal Traffic Service, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); Presencial; USD 43.200 - 52.800; Jornada completa

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401(k) matching

Disability insurance

Flexible spending account

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Descripción de la vacante

A transportation management service provider in Grand Rapids is seeking a Truckload Specialist. Responsibilities include negotiating with carriers, ensuring timely shipments, and managing relationships. The ideal candidate has excellent communication and negotiating skills with at least one year of truckload procurement experience. The position is full-time with a starting salary of $48,000, plus benefits including profit sharing and a flexible spending account.

Formación

• Must be punctual and service-oriented.
• Strong understanding of client needs and industry.
• Ability to maintain long-lasting carrier relationships.

Responsabilidades

• Communicate effectively with clients, carriers, and vendors.
• Negotiate in the truckload spot market.
• Ensure timely and successful truckload shipment coverage.

Conocimientos

Excellent communication skills

Negotiating skills

Problem-solving skills

Educación

One year of previous truckload procurement experience

Descripción del empleo

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Universal Traffic Service, West Michigan's leading transportation management service provider and freight broker, is currently adding positions at our at Corporate office in Grand Rapids Michigan. As a Truckload Specialist, you will work directly with our carriers, securing coverage and managing transportation within the state, the Midwest and across the country. The environment is fast-paced and challenging. Punctuality is a critical factor in transportation. Bering a service-centered company, we hold timeliness in high regard.

Excellent communication and negotiating skills are needed. One year of previous truckload procurement experience is required.

The scope of this position includes:

· Communicating effectively with our clients, carriers, and vendors

· Navigating load boards and carrier platforms

· Negotiating in the truckload spot market

. Ensure shipment details are accurately communicated to carriers

. Problem solving when working with carriers

Responsibilities and Expectations:

· Maintain a strong understanding of the industry and client needs

· Ensure the integrity of the shipment by following processes and procedures

· Serve as the lead point of contact for all carrier negotiations

· Build and maintain strong, long-lasting carrier relationships.

· Ensure the timely and successful truckload shipment coverage

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Starting at $48,000, plus company wide profit sharing and $250 per month if you opt out of health benefits.

· 401(k) matching

· Disability insurance

· Employee assistance program

· Flexible spending account

· Paid time off

· Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

· Monday to Friday

Work Location: Corporate Office

To learn more about Universal Traffic Service, check out our website at www.utsnet.com

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Supply Chain

• Industries

  Truck Transportation and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

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