Carrier Sales Representative
RJ Logistics · rjlogistics.com
SouthfieldRemote
The job in short
Carrier sales.
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Details
- Found
- 22 d ago · posted 2026-07-29
- Location as listed
- Southfield, MI, US
- Role
- Sales Representative
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Description
At RJ Logistics, we believe every shipment is an opportunity to create a positive experience. Carrier Sales plays a critical role in connecting customers with reliable transportation solutions by building strong relationships with trucking carriers across North America.
If you're competitive, resourceful, and energized by a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, this is an opportunity to launch or grow your career in third-party logistics (3PL). You'll negotiate, problem-solve, build lasting partnerships, and make an immediate impact on customer success.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Build Strategic Carrier Partnerships
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with trucking carriers, dispatchers, and fleet managers.
• Expand RJ Logistics' carrier network by identifying and onboarding qualified transportation partners.
• Maintain consistent communication to secure available truck capacity and strengthen long-term partnerships. Serve as a trusted point of contact between carriers, drivers, customers, and internal teams.
Source Capacity & Negotiate Solutions
• Source carrier capacity for customer freight across multiple transportation modes.
• Negotiate competitive rates while balancing profitability, service, and carrier relationships.
• Match available equipment with customer freight to maximize operational efficiency.
• Manage spot freight and support dedicated transportation opportunities.
Deliver Outstanding Customer Service
• Monitor shipments from pickup through delivery to ensure exceptional service.
• Proactively identify transportation challenges and develop timely solutions.
• Communicate shipment updates, expectations, and service requirements clearly with all stakeholders.
• Escalate issues appropriately while maintaining a positive customer experience.
Leverage Technology & Data
• Utilize Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and related technology to manage freight activity.
• Accurately document load information, accessorial charges, communications, and shipment updates.
• Follow company procedures to maintain compliance and operational accuracy.
Collaborate & Grow
• Partner with Operations, Customer Sales, and Leadership to meet customer expectations.
• Support seamless shift transitions through proactive communication.
• Stay informed on freight market trends, carrier capacity, and transportation pricing.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support additional team responsibilities as needed.
WHY RJ LOGISTICS | People-Centric. Customer-Obsessed. Growth-Driven.
At RJ Logistics, we believe in being Better Than Yesterday. We value integrity, curiosity, and collaboration—and we invest in our people’s success.
• Hybrid - Remote Friday's.
• Competitive base + uncapped commission + comprehensive benefits package.
• Awesome co-workers & culture!
Requirements
WHAT YOU WILL BRING
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities and market conditions.
Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field.
• Previous experience in logistics, transportation, carrier sales, freight brokerage, dispatch, customer service, or another relationship-driven sales role.
• Experience using Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
• Understanding of freight markets, carrier operations, or supply chain logistics.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
• Enjoys building relationships and earning trust.
• Thinks quickly and solves problems with confidence.
• Communicates professionally under pressure.
• Thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment while taking ownership of results.
• Is resilient, competitive, and motivated by achieving goals.
• Takes pride in delivering exceptional service to customers and carrier partners.
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