Carrier Relations & Freight Optimization Specialist

A and Z Trucking is expanding and searching for our next team member! We have an immediate opening for an Experienced Carrier Manager (1-2 years Freight Brokering experience, 1-2 years Carrier Relations and 1-2 years 3PL experience). This position can be in-office, remote or hybrid. The position is for Wednesday through Sunday, 8am - 5pm, coverage. Candidates will need Strong 3PL experience and Excellent Carrier Negotiation skills.

• Source, negotiate, and secure carriers to move available freight in a timely and cost-effective manner
• Develop and grow existing carrier relationship, leveraging those relationship for an increase in business and referrals
• Establish new carrier relationships through lead generation, cold calling, referrals, etc.
• Build strong relationships with trucking company key contacts (i.e., owner operators, dispatchers and drivers)
• Collaborate with internal operations and partners to ensure timely transportation of freight and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain constant contact with carriers to secure additional truck capacity and manage existing business agreements
• Provide exceptional service to carriers, partners and customers
• Prevent common errors by ensuring details are communicated and tracked accurately and timely
• Resolve problems and issues quickly by working with cross-functionally to determine and implement the best solution
• Drive continuous process improvement to gain efficiency in operations and communications across the organization
• Support the sales department with timely cost quotations, transit times and availability.
• Stay informed about market conditions, competitor activities and other factors impacting the transportation industry.
• Utilize industry software, company portals and all other electronic tools available to manage and optimize carrier capacity and relationships.