Carrier Representative

Olney, IL

Are you looking for a change? 

 Would you like to do work that truly matters?

With energetic folks in a fun environment?

AM Transport Services has been serving manufacturers, distributors, and premium carriers in the Midwest for 35 years. Did you know that up to 10% of the US GDP is attributed to the logistics industry any given year? Here at AM Transport Services, we take that seriously. We know that if the supply chain shuts down, there goes the economy.

Our 10-year mission is to be the best place to work in Richland County, and the only way we can do that is to hire and retain the best group of people. You only have to enter our office to get a feel for the high-energy vibes that come from our open-space concept. The back-and-forth banter and the eclectic playlists add to the groovy atmosphere.

We believe in working hard–the job requires it–but playing hard is important too. So you’ll find we’re great proponents of a healthy work/life balance.

No experience, no worries–we’ll train you!

Position:

Carrier Representative

Reports to:

Operations Manager

Job Overview:

The primary responsibility of the Carrier Representative is to identify and develop carrier capacity to meet the transportation needs of our customers. 

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Locate, negotiate, and manage the capacity required by the shipments tendered by customers.
  • Provide timely and accurate information to the carriers and to the Customer Representatives while updating the system.
  • Manage shipments and communicate with the carrier's driver and dispatch office to provide timely and accurate information for the team and customer.
  • Establish long-term connections and engagement with carriers.
  • Qualify new carriers and assist in onboarding procedures.
  • Track 100% of customer shipments.
  • Share identified capacity with the team to capitalize on opportunities.
  • Stay current on industry news and trends.