Carrier Sales Pro: Source & Negotiate Carrier Capacity

Precision Freight; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Freight is seeking a Carrier Sales Representative in Itasca, IL to build and maintain strong relationships with transportation providers and source reliable capacity. You will negotiate rates that balance profitability with service quality and collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth pickups, transit, and delivery of shipments.

The role requires 1+ year in a logistics carrier sales or related position, strong communication and analytical skills, and the ability to multitask in

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Carrier Sales Representative or in a similar logistics role.
• Analytical mindset with ability to assess market data and make informed pricing decisions.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and commitment to team success.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge around managing various types of shipments, including hotshots, FTL, and LTL.
• Proficiency in transportation management systems (TMS), load boards, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to commute to Itasca, IL for daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Source, qualify, and onboard carriers to support customer freight needs.
• Negotiate rates with carriers to maximize profitability while ensuring service quality.
• Maintain strong relationships with carrier partners to secure capacity in both spot and contractual markets.
• Track market trends and pricing fluctuations to provide accurate, competitive rate guidance.
• Collaborate with customer sales and operations teams to ensure timely pickup, transit, and delivery of shipments.
• Resolve service issues quickly and effectively, maintaining communication with both internal teams and carrier partners.
• Utilize TMS, load boards, and internal tools to post, cover, and manage loads.
• Proactively identify opportunities to expand Precision Freight’s carrier base.
• Uphold compliance by ensuring carriers meet all safety, insurance, and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative team culture through communication and knowledge-sharing.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship-building

Analytical thinking

Multitasking

TMS proficiency

MS Office

Tools

Load boards

TMS

Job description

Precision Freight is seeking a Carrier Sales Representative in Itasca, IL to build and maintain strong relationships with transportation providers and source reliable capacity. You will negotiate rates that balance profitability with service quality and collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth pickups, transit, and delivery of shipments.

The role requires 1+ year in a logistics carrier sales or related position, strong communication and analytical skills, and the ability to multitask in