Carrier Procurement Representative (March Onboarding)

<p><b style="font-size: 15px">ARE YOU INTERESTED IN JOINING AN INNOVATIVE LOGISTICS TECHNOLOGY COMPANY?</b></p><p><br></p><p><span style="font-size: 15px">Loadsmart is a growth-stage technology company valued at over $1 billion (a true Tech Unicorn)!</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="font-size: 15px">We are a collection of industry veterans and user-centered engineers using innovative technology to fearlessly reinvent the future of freight by helping shippers, brokers, warehouses and carriers to move more with less.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="font-size: 15px">With headquarters in Chicago and a globally distributed remote team, Loadsmart continues to attract top talent committed to driving meaningful change. We seek professionals who embody our core values: curiosity, clarity, results, commitment, and teamwork.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px">We are looking to add a Carrier Procurement Representative who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced global company.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px">As a Carrier Procurement Representative, you will work closely with the operations team, seeking to develop and nurture new relationships through prospecting, lead generation, and cold calling. This is an integral role in the operation of our business with significant room for future growth. </span></p><p><br></p><p><b style="font-size: 16px">DEPARTMENT: </b><span style="font-size: 16px">Operations </span></p><p><b style="font-size: 16px">LOCATION: </b><span style="font-size: 16px">Chicago - HQ </span></p><p><b style="font-size: 16px">Job Type:</b><span style="font-size: 16px"> Exempt</span></p> <p></p><p><br></p><b>WHAT YOU GET TO DO: </b><ul><li>Be part of our team that has exponentially grown to help further expand the company's carrier network by targeting and developing new enterprise carrier partners through high-volume phone calls, email, and in-person visits then maintaining those relationships with outstanding service </li><li>Negotiate market-driven rates and ensure shipment on time </li><li>Enable our carrier partners and drivers to utilize our cutting-edge online platform to communicate, book, and track loads autonomously</li><li>Support Loadsmart’s shippers with customized transportation solutions to support their long-term consistent business</li><li>Relay carrier feedback to our Product and Engineering teams to continuously improve our technology to meet the needs of customers and carrier partners</li><li>Drive efficiencies through the utilization of best-in-class technology tools</li></ul><p><br></p><b>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: </b><ul><li>Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply. We're seeking individuals with 0-1+ years of sales experience or relevant coursework. </li><li>Strong attention to detail and showcases proactivenessA</li><li>Ability to multitask and prioritize</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li><li>Experience in logistics is a plus, but not required</li><li>Able to tackle issues head on and create resolution with urgency</li></ul><p><br></p><p></p> <div>$45,000 - $50,000 a year</div><small><div><span style="font-size: 16px">The compensation offered for this role will be based on multiple factors such as location, the role’s scope and complexity, the candidate’s experience and expertise. In addition to your base compensation offer, this role is eligible for an incentive bonus, stock options and benefits listed below.</span></div></small> <p><b style="font-size: 10pt">WORKING AT LOADSMART:</b></p><p><br></p><p>• Competitive base salaries - we believe in rewarding top talent </p><p>• Extremely competitive Equity package - become a shareholder in our company!</p><p>• Loadie Time Off - PTO and sick days without a limit</p><p>• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans</p><p>• 401k Match </p><p><br></p><p>At Loadsmart, we believe our biggest asset is our people. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. Loadsmart treats all candidates and employees with respect and does not discriminate in our recruiting, hiring, and promoting processes, including on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status, or disability.</p><p><br></p><p>It is the policy of Loadsmart that all offers of employment made shall be contingent upon successful completion of electronic background check(s). These checks will be job-related, consistent with business necessity and conducted by our vendor, pursuant to all applicable laws, rules, policies and procedures of our candidates' specific locale.</p>

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