Intermodal Carrier Sales Representative

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Summary: As an Intermodal Carrier Sales Representative, you will provide logistics solutions by developing and leveraging carrier relationships to offer cost-effective transportation. Highlights: 1. Develop new carrier relationships for logistics solutions 2. Provide world-class service from booking through delivery 3. Collaborate with tracking operations for seamless customer communication Apply Now Position: Intermodal Carrier Sales Representative Compensation: $50,000 - 60,000 Annually + Commission  Schedule: Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm Job Description:   As a Intermodal Carrier Sales Representative, your focus will be on providing logistics solutions for our unique customers by developing new carrier relationships and leveraging our current carrier portfolio.    Core Responsibilities & Duties:  Provide cost-effective transportation solutions for customers by negotiating rates based on current market demands  Create and manage your personal carrier portfolio by developing and nurturing new carrier relationships   Determine and communicate intermodal and drayage truck availability through consistent contact with carrier partners  Provide world-class service from booking through delivery   Collaborate with tracking operations team to provide seamless customer communication  Proactively identify and resolve issues  Other duties as assigned  Job Requirements & Qualifications:   Desire for career growth & strong work ethic  Outstanding customer service skills with internal and external clients  Strong written & verbal communication skills  Ability to multitask and execute on responsibilities with precision and attention to detail  Make decisions with confidence and efficiency  Embrace our values:  People, Culture, Relationships  Bachelor's degree preferred   Customer service / sales experience desired  What We Offer:   Competitive base salary   Paid time off within the first year of employment, sick time and holidays   Company provided life insurance   Health, vision, and dental insurance options   Commuter benefit plan   Optional supplemental life insurance   401(k)   Wellness program   A great place to work with a terrific culture   Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-TW1 #LI-Onsite Since 1990, Forward Air has been a leading provider of ground transportation and related logistics services to the North American air freight and expedited LTL market. We offer surface shipping on an accelerated “time-definite” basis, delivering cargo at a specific time, but under less time-sensitive situations – supplying you with a cost effective, reliable alternative to air transportation. We work with companies of all sizes to develop tangible advantages and build the best products to meet your specific needs. Forward Air presents to the wholesale transportation community (logistics companies, freight forwarders, integrated air cargo carriers, passenger/ cargo airlines, and non-traditional shippers), a single-source provider that can deliver more supply chain services and a superior menu of choices. Throughout the years we have added supplementary lines to our linehaul service, such as full truckload operations (Truckload Services), final-mile coverage (Complete® Cartage), and an Airline Logistics program, and we will continue to expand our services to meet the changing needs and growth of our customer base. Forward Air is structured to optimize both savings and service to our customers. Direct partnerships with owner-operators and other surface transportation providers, enable us to remain cost-competitive. The Forward Air network is designed with over 90 facilities located at or near major U.S. and Canadian airports, 12 regional sort centers and over 300 beyond points (secondary airports provided through our Complete Cartage service), creating one of the most comprehensive linehaul networks in the industry. Ranked 3rd in Newsweeks 2022 "Americas Most Trustworthy Companies" publication Apply Now