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Carrier Sales Representative

Job in Elmhurst, DuPage County, Illinois, 60126, USA
Listing for: People Freight | Freight Forwarding & Logistics Recruitment Specialists
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-23
Job specializations:
  • Transportation
    Route Sales
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 75000 USD Yearly USD 75000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Responsible for securing reliable, cost-effective trucking capacity across all major equipment types, with a strong emphasis on full truckload (FTL), partial truckload, and expedited freight. This position is heavily performance-driven. Success is measured by your ability to cover loads efficiently, reduce uncovered freight, maintain strong carrier acceptance rates, and support internal sales teams with accurate and timely pricing.

Remuneration
  • $75,000 base salary with uncapped commission structure
  • Performance-driven earning potential
  • Growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding logistics organization
  • Hands-on training and mentorship in domestic freight brokerage
  • Dynamic and competitive team environment
Key Responsibilities
  • Source, negotiate, and secure trucking capacity for domestic freight shipments (full truckload, partial, and expedited services)
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with carrier partners, owner-operators, and brokerage contacts
  • Quote competitive rates to internal sales teams and customers while maintaining margin targets
  • Track market conditions, capacity trends, and pricing fluctuations in the U.S. freight market
  • Manage day-to-day carrier communication including booking loads, tracking shipments, and resolving service issues
  • Collaborate with operations and customer sales teams to ensure on-time pickup and delivery performance
  • Develop new carrier relationships to expand coverage in key lanes and regions
  • Utilize TMS platforms and load boards to optimize coverage and efficiency
Required Skills & Experience
  • 1-3+ years of experience in carrier sales, logistics brokerage, or freight forwarding (domestic U.S. focus preferred)
  • Strong understanding of the U.S. trucking market and transportation pricing dynamics
  • Proven negotiation and communication skills
  • Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
  • Experience with TMS systems and load boards (DAT, Truckstop, etc. preferred)
  • Strong problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
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