Strategic Carrier Procurement Specialist

RXO, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

401(k) company match

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

RXO, Inc. is seeking a Carrier Procurement Specialist in Chicago, IL to source, negotiate, and secure carriers for timely, cost-effective freight movement.

You will build strong carrier relationships, maintain open communications with shippers and carriers, and ensure billing accuracy in RXO systems. The role requires 1 year of procurement experience and offers solid earning potential with bonus opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1 year of procurement experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work or military experience.
• 1 year of transportation experience.
• 2 years of sales or customer service experience.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion within approved limits.

Responsibilities

• Source, negotiate, and secure carriers to move freight.
• Maintain continuous communication with carriers and customers.
• Inform all parties of route changes, delays, or issues.
• Schedule pickup and delivery appointment times with consideration of factors affecting timeframes.
• Follow procedures regarding HVS and HRC loads to protect shipment integrity.
• Maintain information in RXO operating systems.
• Research databases for potential leads and make cold calls to prospects.
• Track back-end billing and ensure carrier charges are accurate.

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiation

Communication

Cold calling

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

RXO, Inc. is seeking a Carrier Procurement Specialist in Chicago, IL to source, negotiate, and secure carriers for timely, cost-effective freight movement.

You will build strong carrier relationships, maintain open communications with shippers and carriers, and ensure billing accuracy in RXO systems. The role requires 1 year of procurement experience and offers solid earning potential with bonus opportunities.