Freight Sales Executive – Cold-Chain & Temp-Control

19 Logistics; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & welfare benefits

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Weekly pay

Job summary

19 Logistics, a FreshEdge family company in Chicago, seeks a Billing and Claims Administrator to ensure accuracy in financial operations for temperature-controlled freight. The role emphasizes client quotes, rate negotiations, and collaboration with sales, operations, and accounting to drive revenue and margins.

Ideal candidates will have at least a high school diploma, 2+ years in freight brokerage or logistics, and proficiency with CRM/ERP tools like Produce Pro and MS Office.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; bachelor's preferred in logistics or related field
• 2+ years in freight brokerage, transportation, logistics, dispatch, or related field
• Experience pricing Dry Van and Temp-Controlled freight; food & beverage supply chains preferred
• Proficient with CRM and ERP systems (Produce Pro) and MS Office/Excel

Responsibilities

• Cold call and qualify new shipping clients to build a pipeline
• Provide quotes, manage RFPs, and advise on market trends
• Negotiate carrier rates while protecting margins
• Oversee load tracking, rate confirmations, and delivery confirmations
• Build relationships with customers, carriers, and partners
• Resolve shipment issues and manage documentation in TMS

Skills

Communication

Detail oriented

Negotiation

Problem solving

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics or related field

Tools

Produce Pro

Microsoft Office

Excel

Email systems

Job description

19 Logistics, a FreshEdge family company in Chicago, seeks a Billing and Claims Administrator to ensure accuracy in financial operations for temperature-controlled freight. The role emphasizes client quotes, rate negotiations, and collaboration with sales, operations, and accounting to drive revenue and margins.

Ideal candidates will have at least a high school diploma, 2+ years in freight brokerage or logistics, and proficiency with CRM/ERP tools like Produce Pro and MS Office.