Carrier Sales Representative OTR

AMNEX SOLUTIONS CORP
  • Lisle, IL
  • Full-time
30+ days ago

Job Description

Amnex Solutions is seeking a Carrier Sales Representative to secure capacity across OTR freight. This role is responsible for sourcing, vetting, and managing carriers to ensure consistent, cost-effective coverage across nationwide lanes.


You'll work directly with brokerage and operations teams to cover loads, build carrier relationships, and solve problems in real time.


What You'll Be Doing


  • Source and secure capacity for:

    • Full Truckload (FTL)

    • Less-Than-Truckload (LTL)

    • Dry Van

    • Reefer

    • Flatbed

    • Specialized/Open Deck Freight

  • Build and manage a reliable carrier network (not just one-off bookings)

  • Negotiate rates with carriers to achieve margin targets

  • Track shipments and proactively resolve issues such as missed pickups, service failures, delays, and breakdowns

  • Work closely with brokerage and operations teams to ensure smooth execution from pickup through delivery

  • Use tools such as Carrier411, RMIS, and Turvo to vet and manage carriers

  • Develop repeat carrier relationships on core lanes to improve service consistency and reduce spot market exposure

  • Assist with after-hours issues when necessary

Core Skills


  • Strong understanding of:

    • OTR freight markets

    • Truckload and LTL operations

    • Equipment types including dry van, reefer, flatbed, step deck, and specialized trailers

  • Ability to move quickly while maintaining sound decision-making

  • Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills

  • Problem-solving under pressure

  • Clear communication with carriers, customers, and internal teams

  • Ability to prioritize multiple shipments and deadlines simultaneously

Experience


  • 1–3+ years of experience in carrier sales, dispatch, freight brokerage, or transportation operations

  • Existing carrier relationships are a plus

  • Experience with truckload and LTL freight preferred

  • Familiarity with transportation management systems (TMS) and carrier compliance platforms preferred

Compensation


  • Base Salary + Commission



Numbers & Facts

LocationLisle, IL
Job TypeFull-time

Skills

  • Brokerageunmatched
  • Cargo/Freightunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
  • Less Than Truckload (LTL)unmatched
  • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Salesunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Truck Driverunmatched
  • Truckload Freightunmatched

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