Heavy Haul Carrier Operations Leader - Brokerage Growth

CS Recruiting; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

CS Recruiting is seeking a Heavy Haul Carrier Operations Specialist in North Charleston, SC. The role focuses on developing a robust network of carriers capable of moving heavy haul, flatbed, step-deck, rolling stock, and over-dimensional freight.

You will source capacity, negotiate rates, and collaborate with sales and account teams to quote and win new business. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in freight brokerage or related transportation roles, strong carrier relationships, and the ability

Qualifications

• 3+ years in freight brokerage or related transportation role.
• Experience with heavy haul or specialized freight preferred.
• Existing carrier relationships and ability to develop new ones.
• Ability to assess shipment requirements and quote freight accurately.
• Self-directed and commercially minded with growth mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a network of carriers for heavy haul, flatbed, step-deck, and over-dimensional freight.
• Source, qualify, and secure carrier capacity for one-off and recurring shipments.
• Negotiate rates and confirm availability, service expectations, and shipment details.
• Provide timely freight quotes and help secure new business with internal teams.
• Coordinate with internal groups to support shipment execution and resolve issues.
• Identify opportunities to leverage carrier relationships across brokerage and project freight.
• Expand carrier coverage and market knowledge to grow non-project heavy haul brokerage.
• Contribute to project freight as needed while focusing on carrier development and quoting.
• Help train and support new team members as the carrier ops function grows.

Skills

Carrier relationships

Negotiation

Freight quoting

Sourcing capacity

Multi-tasking

Commercial mindset

Job description

CS Recruiting is seeking a Heavy Haul Carrier Operations Specialist in North Charleston, SC. The role focuses on developing a robust network of carriers capable of moving heavy haul, flatbed, step-deck, rolling stock, and over-dimensional freight.

You will source capacity, negotiate rates, and collaborate with sales and account teams to quote and win new business. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in freight brokerage or related transportation roles, strong carrier relationships, and the ability