06/23/2021
Looking for an AWESOME Career? We are hiring!
Transportation Sales Agent / Account Manager
Hitch Pin Logistics, LLC. of St. Edward, Nebraska, connects shippers/ customers with
experienced carriers to achieve satisfactory results. We are looking for an experienced sales
agent / account manager to grow our logistics brokerage firm. As a Broker Agent you will
need to generate sales while developing strong relationships with customers and carriers.
Through Hitch Pin Logistics, LLC. you will be able to obtain and negotiate competitive rates while working
with a carrier to book and administer the load. We provide the resources and staff to quote, dispatch, and
back office support for all loads. This is a full-time position for a motivated individual.
Essential Functions:
Communicates and supports the Company’s mission, vision, and core values.
Perform freight services according to company and government regulations. Develop, establish and maintain relationships with carriers in the truckload and less than
truckload marketplace.
Identify, source and procure new carrier relationships.
Establish internal relationships within peers to expand your book of business.
Manage carrier network to ensure proper levels of service and safety.
Utilize data driven resources to make informed decisions.
Maintain continuous communication with carriers and customers to ensure a high-quality
freight movement process.
Ensure all parties are informed of route changes, delays, freight concerns or other issues as
necessary.
Schedule pickup and delivery appointment times.
Accurately maintain and update information in the company’s operating systems.
Conduct research in available databases for potential leads and make cold calls to prospects.
Track back-end billing and invoicing to ensure that carrier charges are accurate.
Always maintain overall awareness of operations.
Qualifications
Strong work ethic.
Driven and competitive nature.
Strong customer service and relationship building skills.
Strong problem solving and decision-making skills.
Quick learner with ability to multi-task and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
High level organizational skills.
Ability to negotiate, motivate and influence others.
Able to work both independently and in a team setting.
Firm grasp of shipping equipment, types of trucks, and industry segments.
Must have a minimum of three-years’ experience in freight brokering, freight sales or
transportation industry.
Working knowledge of DOT requirements and the FMCSA.
Experience using TruckStop.com and ITS Dispatch TMS or similar is preferred.
Computer literate: Word, Excel, Outlook, Gmail and web browsers.
Ability to exercise judgment and discretion; able to function independently within authorized
limits.
