Capacity Sales Representative

Armstrong Transport Group
  • Schaumburg, Illinois
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

     

    Build Carrier Relationships. Find Solutions. Keep Freight Moving.

    Armstrong Transport Group is looking for an experienced Capacity Sales Representative who knows that strong carrier relationships are about more than covering today's load.

    You'll use your market knowledge, negotiation skills, and carrier network to secure reliable capacity, protect margin, and keep freight moving. You'll work closely with Account Executives, agents, and internal teams while developing carrier relationships that create repeat capacity and support continued growth.

     

    What You'll Accomplish

    Develop carrier relationships that create reliable, repeat capacity

    Source and secure capacity across Armstrong's freight network

    Negotiate competitive carrier rates while balancing service, margin, and customer expectations

    Use market knowledge, carrier data, and technology to make informed coverage decisions

    Partner with Account Executives and agents to solve capacity challenges

    Monitor carrier performance and proactively address service issues

    Contribute to monthly load-volume goals and the continued growth of Armstrong's carrier network

     

    What You'll Bring

     

    Required Qualifications

    2+ years of experience in carrier sales, capacity, brokerage operations, or a related transportation role

    Experience sourcing capacity and negotiating carrier rates

    Strong understanding of freight markets, pricing, and carrier operations

    Proven ability to develop and maintain carrier relationships

    Ability to manage high freight volume and prioritize in a fast-moving environment

    Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills

     

    Success Characteristics

     

    We're looking for someone who is:

    Competitive and results-driven

    Resourceful and proactive

    Relationship-focused

    Resilient under pressure

    Motivated by finding solutions when capacity gets difficult

     

    Why Armstrong?

     

    Relationships Matter

    Build carrier partnerships that go beyond a single transaction and create reliable, repeat capacity.

     

    Performance-Based Earnings

    Our Capacity Sales commission structure rewards production, providing increased earning potential as monthly load volume grows.

     

    A Nationwide Platform

    Work within an established transportation organization supporting more than 150 independent agent offices, backed by technology, carrier data, and a broad freight network.

     

    Recognized Culture

    Armstrong has been recognized as a U.S. Best Managed Company and a Top Workplace.

     

    Benefits

    Armstrong offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

    Medical, dental, and vision coverage

    Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options

    Paid Time Off (PTO)

    Short- and long-term disability coverage

    401(k) with up to a 3.5% company match

     

    Benefits are effective on the first day of the month following your hire date.

     

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    Armstrong Transport Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based upon legally protected characteristics.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSchaumburg, Illinois

    Skills

    • Brokerageunmatched
    • Cargo/Freightunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
    • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
    • Performance Analysisunmatched
    • Pricingunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Salesunmatched
    • Sales Commissionunmatched
    • Sales Managementunmatched

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