Carrier Procurement Representative
Loadsmart
Operations
Chicago, IL, USA
Posted on Oct 18, 2024
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN JOINING A HYPER-GROWTH LOGISTICS TECH COMPANY?
Loadsmart is a growth-stage start-up technology company valued at over $1 billion (a true Tech Unicorn)!
We are looking to add a Carrier Procurement Representative who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced global company.
As a Carrier Procurement Representative, you will work closely with the operations team, seeking to develop and nurture new relationships through prospecting, lead generation, and cold calling. This is an integral role in the operation of our business with significant room for future growth.
DEPARTMENT: Operations
LOCATION: Chicago - HQ
WHAT YOU GET TO DO:
- Be part of our team that has exponentially grown to help further expand the company's carrier network by targeting and developing new enterprise carrier partners through high-volume phone calls, email, and in-person visits then maintaining those relationships with outstanding service
- Negotiate market-driven rates and ensure shipment on time
- Enable our carrier partners and drivers to utilize our cutting-edge online platform to communicate, book, and track loads autonomously
- Support Loadsmart’s shippers with customized transportation solutions to support their long-term consistent business
- Relay carrier feedback to our Product and Engineering teams to continuously improve our technology to meet the needs of customers and carrier partners
- Drive efficiencies through the utilization of best-in-class technology tools
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS and EXPECTATIONS:
- Seeking 1+ year of logistics or carrier experience
- Prior experience handling rejections, building customer relationships, and partnering with other teams.
- Highly motivated and driven with an ability to adapt to changing priorities
WORKING AT LOADSMART
- Competitive base salaries - we believe in rewarding top talent
- Extremely competitive Equity package - become a shareholder in our company!
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
- Loadie Time Off - PTO and sick days without a limit with Manager approval
- Short and Long Term Disability Insurance covered 100% by the company
- Teledoc (remote doctors) and Talkspace (mental health counseling) membership fees covered 100% by the company
- Commuter benefits and membership with CITI (NYC)/Divvy bike (CHI).
Apply today!
Job Type: (Exempt/ Non-Exempt)
At Loadsmart, we believe our biggest asset is our people. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. Loadsmart treats all candidates and employees with respect and does not discriminate in our recruiting, hiring, and promoting processes, including on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, veteran status, or disability.