Carrier Sales Specialist: Optimize Freight & Shipments

Venture Logistics, LLC; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Venture Connect in Toledo, OH seeks a Brokerage Carrier Sales Representative to oversee in-transit shipments and coordinate with carriers for economical freight movement. The role demands aggressive problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.

Key duties include tendering shipments, tracking and tracing progress, negotiating rates, and maintaining carrier relationships to ensure on-time delivery. Requires a Bachelor's degree or relevant experience and the ability to multitask in a busy setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or relevant experience.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Tender shipments to optimize and consolidate loads for efficiency and profit.
• Track and Trace shipment progress and update customers on the status of loads.
• Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing carriers.
• Negotiate rates with carriers and assign drivers to loads.
• Follow-up and communicate status of shipments to ensure on-time delivery requirements.
• Proactive communication with account representatives and sales representatives regarding issues and updates.
• Regular and predictable attendance.

Skills

Focus under pressure

Multitasking & prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or relevant experience

Job description

Venture Connect in Toledo, OH seeks a Brokerage Carrier Sales Representative to oversee in-transit shipments and coordinate with carriers for economical freight movement. The role demands aggressive problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.

Key duties include tendering shipments, tracking and tracing progress, negotiating rates, and maintaining carrier relationships to ensure on-time delivery. Requires a Bachelor's degree or relevant experience and the ability to multitask in a busy setting.