Carrier Sales Specialist - Drive Freight Partnerships

FitzMark; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Industry Training

On-Site Gym

Comprehensive Benefits Packet

Company Provided Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Health and Wellness Program

Paid PTO and Holidays

Free Onsite Parking

Casual Dress Code

Job summary

A logistics firm is seeking a Freight Coordinator in Birmingham, Alabama. Responsibilities include tracking freight, coordinating with carriers, and negotiating rates. Candidates should have a high school diploma, with a preferred bachelor's degree and some sales experience. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a sales drive. This position offers benefits like industry training, a comprehensive benefits packet, and an on-site gym.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience highly preferred.
• Minimum 1-year sales experience preferred.
• Experience conducting business over the phone highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Track all freight in transit to ensure on-time delivery.
• Input tracking updates into the Transportation Management System.
• Independently coordinate available carriers with customer freight.
• Negotiate and quote rates with carriers economically.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem-solving

Sales drive

Relationship building

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

A logistics firm is seeking a Freight Coordinator in Birmingham, Alabama. Responsibilities include tracking freight, coordinating with carriers, and negotiating rates. Candidates should have a high school diploma, with a preferred bachelor's degree and some sales experience. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a sales drive. This position offers benefits like industry training, a comprehensive benefits packet, and an on-site gym.