Great Lakes Transport Solutions Carrier Sales & Relationship Representative 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.

🚀 Carrier Sales and Relationship Representsative- Make an Impact at Great Lakes Transport Solutions! 🚀

📍 Location: Amherst, NY · Full Time or REMOTE

Company: Great Lakes Transport Solutions

Are you ready to drive success in the logistics industry? As an Outbound Carrier

Relationship Manager at Great Lakes Transport Solutions, you’ll be on the frontlines of building and expanding our carrier network. This is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to shape our partnerships, negotiate deals, and make a tangible impact on our growing business. If you're a go-getter with a knack for connecting with people, we want to hear from you!

🌟 What You’ll Do:

• Be the Driver of Growth: Use your charisma and sales skills to recruit new carriers through outbound calls, emails, and strategic networking.
• Make Deals Happen: Negotiate competitive freight rates and secure commitments that benefit both carriers and customers.
• Spot Opportunities: Conduct market research to identify top-notch carriers and match them with freight opportunities, ensuring smooth and efficient logistics solutions.
• Collaborate & Conquer: Work closely with our internal teams to boost carrier performance and logistics efficiency, making sure every load gets where it needs to be.
• Keep Things Organized: Manage rate negotiations and maintain detailed records of all carrier communications.
• Be the Problem-Solver: Act as the go-to liaison between carriers and internal stakeholders, resolving issues and ensuring stellar customer satisfaction.

🛠 What You Bring to the Table:

• Experience: At least 1 year in outbound sales, relationship management, or a similar role – logistics experience is a plus!
• Industry Knowledge: Familiar with logistics practices and market trends, so you can stay one step ahead.
• Negotiation Skills: Confident closer who knows how to make deals that stick.
• Organizational Prowess: Juggling multiple tasks? No problem! You can keep everything on track with ease.
• Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using Microsoft Office and logistics software.

💸 What’s In It for You:

• Competitive Base Salary

📈 How You’ll Measure Success:

• Successful new carrier onboarding
• Month-over-month growth of the carrier network
• High talk time and call volumes
• Coverage performance on new customers/lanes
• Carrier satisfaction and retention

Ready to Lead the Charge?

Great Lakes Transport Solutions is where hard work meets opportunity. If you're passionate, driven, and ready to take on new challenges, apply today and help us continue building the strongest carrier network in the industry. 🚛✨