As call center executive for US market, you will coordinate with freight shippers and transporters to move shipments to predefined locations.
Overview
The call center executive is responsible for identifying prospective shippers and negotiating truckload rates with them, and finding available trucks and negotiating truckload rates with drivers/carriers. This role will require the ability communicate clearly and concisely with good negotiation skills.
Requirements
Identifying prospective shippers and soliciting freight sales
Seeking out available trucks, negotiating truckload rates with drivers/carriers
Documenting main aspects of the shipper and carrier transactions
Communicating with shippers and carriers from pickup to delivery of freight
Tracking and tracing domestic freight shipments moving via air/ground on a daily basis
Checking that shipments are delivered as planned and resolving any issues
Quoting and billing shippers
Assist in assembling customer specific key performance indicator reports as needed
Qualifications
Good command over English language and must be comfortable and clear on phone calls
Proficient in Word, Outlook, and Excel, along with good math & accounting skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Attention to detail and ability to make informed decisions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to cope well with pressure and work to deadlines
Precision and ability to work independently
Flexibility and teamwork skills are essential
Passionate about your craft, always looking for ways to improve yourself
Strongly preferred
Solid foundation of freight transportation industry
Previous experience in the transportation industry in roles such as an account manager, dispatcher, and logistics coordinator.
Experience in handling business transactions by phone (e.g., prior jobs involving cold calls, inside sales, etc.)
This role is suited to individuals combining a strong interest in logistics and transportation with excellent organizational, planning and interpersonal skills. This is a dynamic, fast-paced role offering a great deal of variety. This position requires to work night time shifts as per US market.
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