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  • Land Transport

    Mgr, Land Carrier II

    Location
    Lombard, Illinois, USA
    Career Level
    Graduates
    Employment Type, Work Type
    Full time
    Publishing Date, ID-Nr.
    , 335465

    Your tasks

    This position is responsible for developing business logistic services for a portfolio of preferred carriers to create lane density. The individual will have complete oversight, autonomy and authority to negotiate pricing and accept/decline business. The carrier manager must effectively build long-term strategic relationships with a variety of carriers to readily secure capacity as needed. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES * 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. * Leverage brokerage pricing techniques and tools, and market awareness and knowledge to effectively secure business while building the carrier portfolio. * Able to assess risk and guard against unforeseen risk to the company and recommend solutions and counsel others. * Have a strong working knowledge of a strategic carrier capacity and network.

    Requirements

    QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS * BA in Business Management, Logistics or like discipline, or combination of education and logistics expertise, or customer service/sales experience. * Experience in supply chain, logistics, transportation, or like experience. PREFERRED SKILLS * Proficient in negotiating, sales or broker experience. * Advanced communication (written and verbal), organizational, and problem solving 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. This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position; other duties outside of normal responsibilities may be performed as necessary to meet the needs of the organization. Nothing in this position description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

    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.

    Our offer

    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.

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