Carrier Sales Representative

Allen-Lund-Company; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Excellent benefits

401k with match

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Allen Lund Company seeks a Carrier Sales Representative to prospect, contract, secure, and establish relationships with carriers to move truckload and LTL volumes of dry, refrigerated, and flatbed cargo. You will thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, delivering exceptional service while building valuable carrier partnerships.

You will support branch operations, coordinate loads, and uphold company processes to ensure accurate carrier selection and on-time shipments, contributing to

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a 3PL environment with hands-on trucking bookings.
• Excellent and effective communication skills.
• Strong customer service orientation and excellent work ethic.
• Excellent time-management/multitasking abilities.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Carrier Acquisition & Development: develop and increase profitable volume with carriers and build strong relationships.
• Exceptional Customer Service: deliver outstanding service in every interaction.
• Branch Operations: manage loads, set up carriers, schedule pick-ups/deliveries, update systems.
• Process Upholding: follow company procedures to match carriers to shipments.

Skills

2+ years 3PL experience

Excellent communication

Customer service oriented

Time management

Highly organized

Detail oriented

Work under pressure

Job description

Story

With $1,000 in his pocket, Allen Lund made the brave decision to start his own transportation brokerage company. It was 1976, when Allen Lund Company formally opened the first office in Los Angeles. Now, we have 42 offices and continue to grow! We are always looking for exceptional people to join our fast paced, challenging, team-oriented work environment. Our culture fosters personal growth and commitment both in and out of the office. Our diverse workforce is key in delivering outstanding customer service and our commitment to our industry are main components of our unmatched reputation. We hold true the value of hiring, developing and retaining the best employees in the industry. Our management provides an open and innovative environment that promotes professional and personal growth. This is why one half of our employees have been with us for over 10 years!

Why You'll Love Working Here: Beyond the Paycheck!

• Culture That Rocks: Dive into an inclusive company culture where your personal growth and commitment are nurtured, both on and off the clock! Our management team champions an open and innovative environment that promotes professional and personal growth!
• Unleash Your Potential: Get ready for top-notch training and development that fuels your career growth opportunities , including transfer opportunities within our 41 offices! You'll complete ALC system training as required.
• Seriously Sweet Perks: We're talking competitive compensation , unparalleled benefits & wellness (we mean really good!) , and a 401k with a generous match!
• Share in the Success: Be more than just an employee – you can share in company ownership and get recognized for your amazing work with our employee recognition program!
• A Team That Sticks: Join a company where half of our incredible employees have been with us for over a decade – that's a whole lot of happy!

Ready to Connect & Conquer the Road? Become Our Carrier Sales Representative!

Are you a self-motivated, enthusiastic team player who excels in a fast-paced environment? Do you possess excellent communication skills, a strong customer service orientation, and a knack for quick decision-making? If this sounds like you, or you like a challenge, let's talk! Allen Lund Company is seeking a Carrier Sales Representative to prospect, contract, secure, and establish relationships with carriers to move truckload and LTL volumes of dry, refrigerated, and flatbed cargo!

What You'll Do (Your Superpowers in Action!)

: Assist and support the office to ensure standards, policies, and procedures are upheld. This role requires a great deal of independent thought, organization, analytic skills, and strong communication.

• Carrier Acquisition & Development Dynamo: You'll be responsible for developing and increasing profitable volume with existing and newly acquired carriers. Use your strong relationships to understand carriers' business, qualifying them better and gaining knowledge of lanes serviced. You'll contact and build strong relationships with carriers , increasing capacity for specific projects and lanes, and boosting the overall capacity for the office and company.
• Exceptional Customer Service Provider: Deliver exceptional customer service in every interaction!
• Branch Operations Navigator: You'll be involved in the daily management and coordination in the office , including building loads , setting up carriers , updating/checking calls , and scheduling pick-up and delivery appointments. You'll also update customer systems and customers with critical information.
• Process Upholder: Uphold the set processes, procedures, and protocols established to qualify and match the correct carrier for a shipment based on the service required. You'll consistently uphold the company standard by following our core principles of Customer, Company, Office.

Skills & Experience (Your Arsenal of Awesome!):

• Self-motivated, enthusiastic team player who excels in a fast-paced environment.
• Two years of experience in a 3PL environment, with hands-on experience booking trucks.
• Excellent and effective communication skills.
• Strong customer service orientation and excellent work ethic.
• Ability to quickly process information and make decisions.
• Excellent time-management skills with the ability to multitask.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Join us in making a difference! Allen Lund Company is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to diversity.