Great Lakes Transport Solutions Carrier Relationship Manager- Uncapped bonus! 4x10 Schedule with weekends AMHERST, NY · Remote · Full time

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Headquartered in Buffalo, NY, Great Lakes Transport is a 3PL focused on delivering custom freight solutions to help our customers move their goods to where they need to be. Over the last seven years, Great Lakes has grown by leveraging the power of technology, administered by our industry experts to capture win-win scenarios for our customers. Specializing in moving domestic FTL freight, we've continued to build our business on the foundation of our customer relationships and unparalleled communication. Using data as our ultimate guide, we provide the resources, acumen, and technologies of one of the nation's largest transportation companies with an at-home feel.

GREAT LAKES TRANSPORT SOLUTIONS 

Weekend Coverage Carrier Relationship Manager

4x10 Shifts (Th-Sun, Fri-Mon, etc) 

Location: Remote or Amherst, NY · Full time 

 

Great Lakes Transport is looking for motivated, self-starters who are eager to learn, earn, and advance in an ever-growing industry. As a Weekend Carrier Relationship Manager, you are on the logistics/carrier network side of the brokerage. You will be tasked with building and growing carrier relationships to provide cost-effective logistics solutions for GLT’s customers. You will develop and deploy strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.  

Description 

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:  

• Build a strong network of reliable carriers, through strong communication tactics and follow up 
• Negotiate freight rates and commitments with carriers, including prospecting and cold calling 
• Actively prospect and recruit new Carriers 
• Match quality Carriers to Customers’ available freight at competitive pricing using internal and external market data 
• Communicate all information (delays, re-routes, additional charges) between the Carrier and Account Manager 
• Use technology to operationalize and manage incoming freight and carriers  
• Maintain strong internal relationships across our Account Manager, Sales and Administration team 
• Manage carrier rates  
• Act as carrier escalation point to assist with the resolution of any open issues 
• Provide dedicated weekend coverage for our operations team; supporting the carrier and track and trace teams 
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Requirements:  

• Minimum 1-year experience in customer service, sales, or operations role 
• Logistics experience is a plus 
• Attention to detail and the ability to problem-solve  
• Solid organization and time-management skills  
• Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment  
• Ability to prospect, sell and close new opportunities by demonstrating services and value to potential Carriers  
• Solid computer skills in Microsoft Office Products with the ability to learn logistics software quickly  
• Able to communicate clearly and concisely, in written and verbal communications  

 

What’s in it for you? 

• Base Salary + Monthly Commission Structure- uncapped earning potential 
• Exciting, team focused work environment 
• Monthly contests 
• 401(k) with company matching 
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability Insurance 
• Employee PTO Program 
• Casual Dress Code 

Education:  

• High School Diploma Required  
• Bachelors (Preferred)  

Salary: 

$36,000-45,000 base + uncapped monthly bonus. Shift differential for weekend coverage. 

 

Hours of Operation 

Great Lakes Transport's standard business hours are 8 am - 5 pm EST, Monday through Friday 

This shift will work Th-Sunday or Fri-Mon 8am-6pm or 7am-5pm. 4 10-hour shifts 

Measures of Success 

• Load coverage
• Load margins 
• Carrier satisfaction

 

 

Great Lakes Transport is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.