Capacity Specialist
Job Summary
Key Responsibilities
- Carrier Sourcing and Capacity Management- Source and secure carrier capacity for temperature-controlled produce shipments across the United States ensuring consistent coverage in key shipping markets and lanes.
- Carrier Relationship Development- Build maintain and expand relationships with qualified carriers through daily prospecting market engagement and ongoing performance management.
- Rate Negotiation and Market Analysis- Negotiate competitive transportation rates while monitoring freight market conditions carrier availability and industry trends to support profitability and service objectives.
- Operational Execution and Problem Resolution- Collaborate with Operations Dispatch and Account Management teams to ensure successful shipment execution and proactively resolve service issues delays equipment failures and capacity shortages.
- Carrier Compliance and Performance Management- Onboard vet and maintain carrier records while ensuring compliance with insurance safety regulatory and company requirements. Track carrier performance metrics and provide market intelligence to support business growth.
Work Environment
- Fast-paced transportation and logistics environment with frequent interaction between carriers customers and internal teams.
- Requires the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and adapt quickly to changing market conditions.
- Primarily office-based work utilizing transportation management systems carrier databases communication platforms and freight market tools.
- High-volume communication through phone email and messaging platforms throughout the workday.
- Team-oriented environment with a strong focus on collaboration accountability and customer service.
Qualifications :
Education
- Degree in Supply Chain Management Logistics Business Administration Transportation or a related field preferred.
- Equivalent combination of education and relevant industry experience will be considered.
Experience
- 13 years of experience in logistics transportation freight brokerage carrier sales capacity procurement or a related field.
- Experience with temperature-controlled (reefer) freight produce transportation or other time-sensitive freight preferred.
- Demonstrated experience negotiating carrier rates and securing transportation capacity in dynamic market conditions.
- Working knowledge of Transportation Management Systems (TMS) carrier onboarding platforms and load boards such as DAT and Truckstop.
- Familiarity with freight market trends carrier compliance requirements and transportation regulations.
- Knowledge of USDA FMCSA and produce transportation regulations preferred.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications including Excel Outlook and Teams.
Personality Traits
- Strong relationship-builder with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Self-motivated and results-driven with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
- Analytical thinker capable of evaluating market conditions and making informed decisions quickly.
- Adaptable and resilient under pressure in a fast-moving environment.
- Proactive problem solver with strong negotiation skills.
- Team-oriented while capable of working independently.
- Customer-focused with a commitment to service excellence.
Additional Information :
Benefits/Perks
- $75000 CAD Commision
- Accrue up to five days PTO in first year. Two-weeks vacation plus one week PTO accrue on first anniversary.
- Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance Disability
- Other benefits include Doc-On-Demand Tuition Reimbursement Paid Volunteer Day Employee Assistance Program
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
Loudon County Trucking was founded in 1996 with three units and a base of operations in Knoxville, TN. LCT is an award-winning trucking company respected in the trucking industry as specialists hauling aluminum and steel products.Loudon County Trucking, now a PS Logistics Company, has ... View more