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Job Overview
This position is responsible for developing business logistic services for a portfolio of preferred carriers to create lane density. The individual will have complete oversight, autonomy and authority to negotiate pricing and accept/decline business. The carrier manager must effectively build long-term strategic relationships with a variety of carriers to readily secure capacity as needed.
What will you enjoy doing (duties/tasks)
· Responsible for carrier prospecting, management, negotiations and relations leading to a strong long-term strategic partnership.
· Monitor and assess carrier portfolios, continually strengthening relationships with existing carriers, and finding and developing new carriers.
· Leverage brokerage pricing techniques and tools, and market awareness and knowledge to effectively secure business while building the carrier portfolio.
· Able to assess risk and guard against unforeseen risk to the company and recommend solutions and counsel others.
· Have a strong working knowledge of a strategic carrier capacity and network.
Requirements
What you need to succeed (Qualifications, experience, skills, attributes)
· BA in Business Management, Logistics or like discipline, or combination of education and logistics expertise, or customer service/sales experience.
· Experience in supply chain, logistics, transportation, or like experience.
· Proficient in negotiating, sales or broker experience.
· Advanced communication (written and verbal), organizational, and problem solving skills.
· Ability to deliver exceptional service through positive engagement and patience.
· Ability to work in a team environment to continuously improve results.
· Ability to promote a culture of trust and safety.
· WORKING CONDITIONS This position will be required to work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, and, with or without reasonable accommodation is required to: * Remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time. * Frequently operate a computer for extended periods of time and regularly operate other office productivity machines. * Occasionally ascend/descend stairs and move up to 20 pounds of office objects. * Frequently communicate with peers, supervisors, third parties, and other employees to exchange accurate information and answer questions. * Occasionally attend meetings in buildings outside corporate office and at off-site locations with various internal conditions, and requiring travel in various external conditions.
· Travel domestically as necessary.
Why You'll Love DB Schenker
· Many of our jobs come with great benefits-including healthcare, ways to save for the future, and opportunities for career advancement.
· Career Advancement. We're strong believers in continual training and development for our people. After all, your success is our success
· Your Safety is important to us, so we will provide protective gear
· Health Advocacy support for you and your family
· Employee discounts
· 401(k) option
· How to Get Started
· You can begin by applying above or visit us at https://dbschenker.com/global/careers
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Benefits
401(k), Dental, Direct Deposit, Medical, Vision
Our offer
At DB Schenker, you are part of a global logistics network that connects the world. A network that allows you to shape your career by encouraging you to contribute and truly make a difference. With more than 76,000 colleagues worldwide, we welcome diversity and thrive on individual backgrounds, perspectives and skills. Together as one team, we are Here to move.