Specialist-Trans Solutions

Starting Rate of Pay: $ 29.47 per hour Position Overview Implement and maintain the daily operation processes of the Transportation Solutions system and work collaboratively with Sales, Operations and Transportation to secure shipments in lanes with capacity. Provide quotes for larger LTL and Volume shipments; develop leads and build customer direct relationships. Essential Functions Review Transportation solutions to balance freight lane needsConfirm load characteristics with customers to ensure correct equipment and proper documentation is used for freight movement, reporting any discrepancies to leadershipNegotiate best possible spot rates with customer on shipmentsCollaborate with Sales, Operations and Transportation on proper use of Transportation SolutionsGenerate shipment and revenue growth while maintaining and/or improving lane balanceAchieve performance expectations with respect to call volumes handled and quotes tenderedProvide timely information to leadership on competitive activity, service improvement, rate changes, industry needs and process improvementResearch and assist in developing programs targeting profitable customer segments and industries for market penetrationRemain current with marketplace freight trends, communicating back logs and excess capacity lanes with TransportationComply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/proceduresPerform other duties as required Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, essential functions and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent plus three (3) years of office, customer service and/or sales with one (1) year of experience focused in transportation/logistic, warehouse/distribution or operations experienceKnowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) rules and regulations and hazardous materials regulationsKnowledge of dispatch or volume solutions, preferredKnowledge of freight-flow and freight movement cycles, preferredGood interpersonal, time management and organizational skills with attention to detail and multi-tasked orientedStrong analytical and problem solving skills with ability to handle high levels of stressProficient in the use of Microsoft Office Software, including but not limited to; Word, Excel, and OutlookExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work independently and as a team member EST FedEx Freight, Inc FedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. If you have a disability and you need assistance in order to apply for a position with FedEx Freight, please e-mail at ADAAssistance@fedexfreight.com. FedEx Freight will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.