Job Overview
Logistics position that will serve and develop business logistic services for a portfolio of preferred carriers to create lane density. This position will also adequately respond to the customer’s freight and logistics requirements
What will you enjoy doing (duties/tasks)
- Responsible for carrier prospecting, management, negotiations and relations leading to a strong long-term strategic partnership.
- Monitor and assess carrier portfolios, continually strengthening relationships with existing carriers, and finding and developing new carriers.
- Learn brokerage pricing techniques and tools, and market awareness and knowledge to effectively secure business while building the carrier portfolio.
- Learn to assess risk and guard against unforeseen risk to the company and recommend solutions and counsel others.
- Develop a working knowledge of a strategic carrier capacity and network.
What you need to succeed (Qualifications, experience, skills, attributes)
- 2 – 4 year degree in Business Management, Logistics, or equivalent experience required.
- Advanced communication (written and verbal), organizational, and problem solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to deliver exceptional service through positive engagement and patience.
- Ability to work in a team environment to continuously improve results.
- Ability to promote a culture of trust and safety.
- WORKING CONDITIONS This position will be required to work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, and, with or without reasonable accommodation is required to: Remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time. • Frequently operate a computer for extended periods of time and regularly operate other office productivity machines. • Occasionally ascend/descend stairs and move up to 20 pounds of office objects. • Frequently communicate with peers, supervisors, third parties, and other employees to exchange accurate information and answer questions. • Occasionally attend meetings in buildings outside corporate office and at off-site locations with various internal conditions, and requiring travel in various external conditions.
- Travel domestically as necessary.
Why You’ll Love DB Schenker
- Many of our jobs come with great benefits-including healthcare, ways to save for the future, and opportunities for career advancement.
- Career Advancement. We’re strong believers in continual training and development for our people. After all, your success is our success
- Your Safety is important to us, so we will provide protective gear
- Health Advocacy support for you and your family
- Employee discounts
- 401(k) option
- How to Get Started
- You can begin by applying above or visit us at https://dbschenker.com/global/careers
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Benefits:
Medical
We offer a number of plans for a variety of health care services and supplies, including preventative care, inpatient and outpatient services and prescription drugs.
Vision
The option for separate vision coverage for eye exams, frames, and contact lenses.
Dental
The option for separate dental coverage to cover preventative major and basic dental services.
401(k)
The company offers a pre-tax 401(k) contribution plan with a company match.
Direct Deposit
We offer direct deposit to all employees.
Holidays
On a calendar year basis, the Company pays all employees 6 major holidays, including New Year's Days, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.
At DB Schenker, you are part of a global logistics network that connects the world. A network that allows you to shape your career by encouraging you to contribute and truly make a difference. With more than 76,000 colleagues worldwide, we welcome diversity and thrive on individual backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Together as one team, we are Here to move.
DB Schenker is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. DB Schenker is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.