Senior Carrier Sales Strategist

Rlglobal; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rlglobal is seeking a Strategic Procurement Executive in Birmingham, AL to manage customer and carrier relationships, ensure on-time delivery, and optimize freight costs. The role emphasizes building a robust carrier network and delivering unmatched customer service while navigating fast-paced deadlines.

The position requires a solid background in logistics, experience with transportation management systems, and strong negotiation and communication skills to sustain competitive freight solutions

Qualifications

• High school Diploma or GED is required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or similar field with emphasis in Supply Chain, Transportation, Logistics, Sales, Marketing, or International Business preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and continually develop relationships with customers and carriers.
• Ensure freight is covered through pickup, transit and on-time delivery.
• Recruit and source contract carriers and validate contract eligibility.
• Present multiple transportation options to customers.
• Negotiate rates with partner carriers to maintain competitive pricing.
• Dispatch carriers and update loads in the transportation management system.
• Maintain contact with carriers and internal partners to address challenges.
• Track and trace freight movements from origin to destination and resolve issues.
• Develop carrier base by outbound calls to expand coverage.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship building

Customer service

Time management

Problem solving

Education

High school Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or similar field

Tools

Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Load boards

McLeod

Job description

Rlglobal is seeking a Strategic Procurement Executive in Birmingham, AL to manage customer and carrier relationships, ensure on-time delivery, and optimize freight costs. The role emphasizes building a robust carrier network and delivering unmatched customer service while navigating fast-paced deadlines.

The position requires a solid background in logistics, experience with transportation management systems, and strong negotiation and communication skills to sustain competitive freight solutions