Carrier Development Representative

Overview

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

This position is full-time and onsite Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with an hour break, but flexibility is available based on coverage.

Recognized by Gartner in their Modern 4PL Market Guide, Redwood Logistics is at the forefront of industry innovation. Our cutting-edge supply chain technology pairs with the expertise of our brilliant minds to empower logistics execution across North America and Mexico.

Leveraging a comprehensive range of services, data-centric network solutions, and a seamlessly integrated platform, we have established our prominence as a key player in the mid-market segment within the freight tech industry.

Whether you’re just starting your career or are an established professional looking for your next opportunity, Redwood inspires innovation across teams to provide transformative solutions for our customers.

Responsibilities

• Expand knowledge of transportation industry within carrier sales and Redwood operations
• Build and maintain new and current strategic carrier profiles through research and networking and aligning Redwood truckload sales opportunities
• Actively engage carrier partners primarily by phone, targeting 80+ dials per day
• Build understanding of macro-market conditions and how it has an impact on truckload rates and capacity
• Learn to and negotiate freight rates to motor carriers in an effort to maximize profitability on a daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly basis
• Coordinate available customer freight with available motor carrier equipment, while utilizing Redwoods internal postings
• Consistently provide service and support to motor carriers in an effort to build the business relationship
• Learn and execute to Redwoods level of exceptional customer service and resolve issues timely when needed
• Track and monitor shipments to proactively address any issues or delays during transit
• Verify all freight charges, confirm receipt of Bill of Lading, and resolve all payables discrepancies prior to final payment to motor carrier
• Monitor Bill of Lading discrepancies to ensure proper return of commodity is arranged, as necessary
• Research, contact, and develop new carrier relationships to leverage a portfolio of carrier networks to introduce new capacity to customer sales opportunities

Qualifications

• Bi-lingual in English/Spanish; proficient level for verbal and written communication
• 1-2 years of business experience in a bi-lingual environment
• Excellent communication, networking, negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Results-driven
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible; ability to change focus quickly to meet the demands of market conditions and/or company needs
• Sales, foodservice industry, or similar experience a plus

What We Offer

• Access to experts and resources for your Learning & Development journey
• Opportunity for internal mobility
• Employee referral bonus program
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Annual fundraising and volunteer events to give back to communities
• Life Insurance policy for you starting 30 days after employment
• Personal Health Insurance coverage for you – Major Medical
• 30 days “Aguinaldo” Christmas bonus or prorated percentage your first year
• Vacation time starting at 12 days. Additional days will increase per Mexican Law
• You will also receive benefits like Saving Plan (Fondo de Ahorro) and Grocery Card (Vales De Despensa) 6% or the Maximum amount by Mexican Law
• You will be provided a Cell Phone Allowance of $800 pesos per month minus applicable taxes

Redwood is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions at the Company are based on individual merit, qualifications, abilities, and the Company’s needs and resources. The Company does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotions, discipline, termination or any other aspect of employment on the basis of an individual’s actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, marital status, military service or status, genetic information, arrest and conviction record, credit history, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

REDWOOD LOGISTICS
1765 N. Elston Ave., Suite 216, Chicago, IL, 60642
P: 844-467-3396
E: recruit@redwoodlogistics.com