Job requirements

Experience:

• Proven experience in cradle-to-grave freight brokerage, logistics, or transportation management, with a deep understanding of the trucking industry including regulations and operational procedures.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills to effectively broker deals between shippers and carriers, and to build and maintain professional relationships.
• Proficiency in the use of freight brokerage software and transportation management systems to efficiently track shipments, manage carrier networks, and optimize freight operations.
• Ability to analyze market trends and data to identify business opportunities, set competitive rates, and develop strategic plans to increase profitability.
• Aptitude for solving complex logistical problems, with attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Education:

• High school degree required; BA or Associate degree preferred

Required Skill Set:

• Excellent customer service skills and ability to establish immediate relationship rapport
• Tolerance to ambiguity and the ability to overcome barriers
• Able to work within a fast-paced environment while balancing multiple responsibilities
• Honest, strong work ethic, resourceful and possess effective negotiation skills
• Proficient in basic computer skills
• College degree is preferred, but not required as we have successful sales reps without it

Alliance Highway Capacity, a division of Alliance Shippers Inc., is seeking talented individuals to join our team in Ft. Wright, KY. If you have an energetic attitude, an entrepreneurial mindset coupled with a strong work ethic and a relentless desire to build a career in supply chain solution sales, this may be the career opportunity for you.

• Develop YOUR business within our business
• Connect and cultivate relationships with customers and carriers to move freight
• Be the direct contact to manage and make decisions on your business within a face-paced environment
• Create innovative solutions for your customers through our portfolio of service offerings.
• Work together with other entrepreneurial-minded individuals in this LEGACY team
• Collaborate with upper management in planning for department goals, growth and initiatives.

Through our inside sales environment:

• Identify new and existing customers strategically through planned daily solicitation via cold calling, email, social media, referrals, and other networking opportunities.
• Connect and build immediate rapport with individuals over the phone
• Use our comprehensive list of supply chain services to meet the needs of customer decision makers.
• Manage the successful movement of customer freight for customers through our network of carriers.
• Be the main contact between customer, carrier, shipper and receiver.
• Exemplify proactive and persistent communication with your customers and carriers.

We are relentless about our business and believe that the quality and persistence put into the role will bring long term success to your business portfolio. The preferred skills are as follows:

• Excellent customer service skills and ability to establish immediate relationship rapport
• Tolerance to ambiguity and the ability to overcome barriers
• Able to work within a fast-paced environment while balancing multiple responsibilities
• Ability to handle conflict and provide insightful resolution with the mindset to prevent future issues
• Honest, strong work ethic, resourceful and possess effective negotiation skills
• Proficient in basic computer skills
• College degree is preferred, but not required as we have successful sales reps without it
• Freight Brokerage Sales experienced preferred

We value teamwork, employee collaboration & development, and provide a culture to support those initiatives. Here’s what else we offer:

• Base Salary plus Commission with Unlimited Earning Potential!
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care
• 401K Employee Plan
• Sales Events & Competitions to win cash incentives and prizes!
• Disability and Life Insurance Policies
• Corporate charitable giving & events
• Dynamic Learning Environment & Career Advancement Potential across our network

It is the policy of Alliance Shippers Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Alliance Shippers Inc. will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Compensation package:

• Commission pay

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have any current non-competes or non-solicits?
• Please provide 3 options for a 30-minute phone screen (Tuesday through Thursday) if we decide to move forward with the interview process.
• How many years of proven experience do you have in cradle-to-grave freight brokerage, 3PL logistics, or transportation account management?

Ability to Commute:

• Cincinnati, OH (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Cincinnati, OH: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person