Carrier Sales Specialist in Columbia, SC at TMC Transportation

Date Posted: 3/27/2023

Job Snapshot

  • Employee Type:
    Full-Time
  • Location:
    Columbia, SC
  • Job Type:
  • Experience:
    Not Specified
  • Date Posted:
    3/27/2023

Job Description

TMC Transportation has an immediate full-time opening for a Carrier Sales Specialist working out of our office in Columbia, SC.

 

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The primary function of a Carrier Sales Specialist involves sourcing carrier capacity, managing carrier relationships, arranging pick-up and delivery appointments with carriers and customers, working with Sales and Customer Service to provide transportation solutions for customers various needs.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Seek out and develop carrier relationships that will assist with moving freight
  • Build and maintain carrier relationships
  • Negotiate freight rates and book loads with carriers that meet TMC’s safety standards
  • Arrange timely pick-ups and schedule delivery appointments with carriers
  • Communicate efficiently with carriers and shippers to ensure on-time and safe deliveries
  • Work with Sales and Customer Service to provide transportation solutions for customers

 

Job Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

  • Two OR Four-year degree or relevant work experience
  • Possess a motivated and high energy attitude
  • Goal and result orientated
  • Strong communication and customer service skills
  • Fluent in computer applications
  • Candidates must be able to handle multiple tasks and functions in a fast paced environment
  • Strong negotiation and problem solving skills
  • Previous brokerage experience is recommended, but not required