Account Manager, Domestic Freight Brokerage
Company: Midas Recruitment LTD
Location: Boston
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
Account Manager - Domestic BrokerageBoston, MA$65,000 -
$85,000Full TimeMy client - a top 20 Freight Forwarder - are
seeking a driven, assertive, and experienced Account Manager,
responsible for ensuring and providing timely workflow tools and
information including pricing approvals, negotiating with
transportation providers to obtain the best rates and services, and
troubleshooting any issues that may be escalated to them by the
Carrier Sales team members. They are responsible for managing the
branch's house accounts, while continuously seeking out additional
growth opportunities with clients.Main Duties and
ResponsibilitiesNegotiates with transportation carriers and
providers to obtain, set rates and determine services
available.Measures and monitors carrier's service levels to ensure
benchmarking is tracked.Provides direction and sets pricing
guidelines for Carrier Sales team.Research leads, develop entrance
strategies and qualify your prospects transportation spend to
generate new businessPrepares and distributes "load-build" reports
for customers and carriers.Works directly with customers on the
receipt and processing of transportation requirement
requests.Assists in the training of Carrier Sales team members.Acts
as a next level reviewer for troubleshooting errors and/or
issues.Proactively handles customer shipment routing
requests.Utilizes various transportation software systems to
facilitate material movement, planning, and scheduling.Tracks and
traces shipments from pickup through delivery to ensure accurate
and up-to-date shipment information is being provided to
customers.Ensures customer expectations are met or exceeded by
completing accurate and timely scheduling/dispatching of trucks and
rail cars.Other duties and project work as assigned by
managerRequirementsHigh School diploma.2 years' experience in
logistics, transportation brokerage, or related field.Proficient
with all Microsoft Office applications.Experience with
transportation management systems.English (reading, writing,
verbal)Position requires strong mathematical skills for pricing and
negotiating.Superior leadership, planning and organizing
skills.Ability to work in a multi-tasked, fast-paced
environment.Excellent interpersonal communication and
problem-solving skills.Ability to work flexible hours.Location:
Boston, MASalary: $65,000 - $85,000
Keywords: Midas Recruitment LTD, Boston , Account Manager, Domestic Freight Brokerage, Executive , Boston, Massachusetts
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