Meiborg Inc Hiring for Freight Network Support Specialist Job at Rockford, IL Full Time

Position Purpose:

The purpose of the Freight Network Support Specialist is to act as a market expert, matching our available loads and equipment with outside carriers to keep our network moving. Our Freight Network Support Specialist is the primary driver of their own book of business. Communication, problem solving, and presenting opportunities to their carriers to meet the desired targets is their primary mission. They resolve and/or escalate issues as they present themselves. They coordinate with purchasing, operations, and accounting teams to ensure orders are moving through the system with our customer’s needs in mind.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Post or update loads on DAT
• Run carrier background checks using Carrier411
• Negotiate rates and accessorial charges
• Check the status of loads and modify as needed
• Provide backhaul planning and booking support
• Analyze market trends and negotiate with broker partners
• Act as a liaison between broker partners and the operations team
• Receives and accurately records changes in shipments as they arise
• Ensure loads are planned, and dispatched in an efficient and compliant manner
• Track and trace orders to ensure on time delivery, communicating proactively on issues
• Check call drivers as needed to confirm load progression
• All other duties and projects as assigned

Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of current market trends in transportation marketplace
• Computer based skills including Office365, Google Suite, Geotab and McLeod preferred
• Knowledge of DOT regulations preferred
• Ability to meet sales targets
• Above average communication skills, both written and verbal
• Problem-Solving abilities
• Proficient Negotiating Skills
• Excellent People Skills
• Positive attitude
• Ability to take direction from managers

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 – $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Rockford, IL 61104: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Network administration: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location