Carrier Sales & Logistics Specialist

Venture Logistics, LLC; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Venture Connect in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Brokerage Carrier Sales Representative to oversee in-transit shipments and work directly with carriers to move freight cost-effectively. You will be a proactive problem solver in a fast-paced environment, coordinating tendering, tracking, and carrier negotiations to maximize efficiency and reliability.

Responsibilities include tracking shipments, maintaining carrier relationships, and ensuring timely delivery while coordinating with internal teams to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or relevant experience.
• General computer skills: typing, emailing, faxing.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Tender shipments to optimize loads and maximize efficiency and profit.
• Track and trace shipment progress and update customers on status.
• Develop and maintain relationships with carriers.
• Negotiate rates with carriers and assign loads to meet pickups as scheduled.
• Communicate status to ensure on-time delivery for customers.
• Collaborate with account and sales teams for updates and issue resolution.

Skills

Computer skills

Phone handling

Focus in loud environment

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Venture Connect in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Brokerage Carrier Sales Representative to oversee in-transit shipments and work directly with carriers to move freight cost-effectively. You will be a proactive problem solver in a fast-paced environment, coordinating tendering, tracking, and carrier negotiations to maximize efficiency and reliability.

Responsibilities include tracking shipments, maintaining carrier relationships, and ensuring timely delivery while coordinating with internal teams to