Carrier Sales Representative

Fusion Transport; Westchester (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k)

Life insurance

Team environment

Job summary

Fusion Transport, a leading logistics provider, seeks a Carrier Sales Representative for our Westchester, IL office. This onsite role requires knowledge of freight brokerage and carrier vetting, with an emphasis on building carrier relationships and ensuring compliant operations.

The starting annual rate is $50,000+ with opportunities for growth. This is a Monday–Friday, in-office position focused on scheduling, tracking, and customer service.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in freight/logistics or operations.
• Experience using a TMS system (Mercury Gate, DAT, Carrier411) preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Perform freight services in compliance with regulations.
• Coordinate pick-up and delivery schedules with shippers, carriers, dispatchers and customers.
• Monitor routes and backhaul opportunities to optimize costs.
• Track shipment status and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Freight logistics exp

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Mercury Gate

DAT

Carrier411

Job description

Full Time Sales Westchester, IL, US

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Salary: $55,000.00 Annually

About Fusion Transport

Delivering Next-Generation Logistics Solutions

Fusion Transport offer more than 40 years of industry leading experience providing customized supply chain solutions.We are a rapidly growing >$300M+ company with nationwide presence. We are an integrated third-party logistics company, with a brokerage division, an in-house long-haul fleet, several warehouses around the country, and a retail consolidation business.

From first contact to final delivery. Our approach is what is missing in the industry and our customer experience is what will allow us to take the next steps in Fusion’s evolution!

Job Overview:

At Fusion, we are looking for an experienced Carrier Sales Representative to join our growing team located at our Westchester, IL Office. Our ideal candidate would have a strong understanding of freight brokerage and operations, knowledge in vetting and booking carriers. This position is onsite in-person, Monday to Friday. Starting annual rate is $50,000.00+

Responsibilities:

• Perform freight services according to company and government regulations.
• Create, coordinate, and manage pick-up and delivery schedules, coordinating with shippers, carriers, dispatchers, and customers.
• Monitor all routes and schedule backhauls with same trucks to utilize max. cost of the daily route.
• Track and report shipment status of loads.
• Properly vet carriers to securely broker freight .
• Coordinate logistics for projects coming from multiple customer sites and vendors.
• Develop and m aintain strong relationships with multiple carriers.
• Maintain accurate records of all activity, ensuring freight paperwork is complete and approved prior to transportation.
• Resolve freight discrepancies and keep relevant parties apprised.
• Respond to customer concerns and queries in a timely , professional manner.

Must-have Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 + years of experience in a freight and transportation logistics and operations-oriented position (brokerage, dispatch, etc.) assigning loads and booking trucks on load boards
• Experience with using Mercury Gate, DAT, Carrier411 or any other TMS system
• High school diploma or equivalent (Required)

What we Offer:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k)
• Company Supplemented Life Insurance
• Collaborative & committed team environment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or Vietnam era or other protected veteran.