Capacity Procurement Representative - ICS
The Capacity Procurement Representative is responsible for negotiating carrier rates to meet load and margin goals while managing freight movement and ensuring timely delivery. This role involves leveraging the Carrier360 platform to optimize freight efficiency, maintaining strong carrier relationships, and collaborating with internal teams to deliver best-in-class service within a dynamic supply chain environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Logistics & Warehouse.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
Under general supervision you will secure carrier capacity and negotiate rates to meet load expectations while protecting margins. You will market and use the Carrier360 platform to tender loads, maintain shipment records, and increase freight movement visibility. Key day-to-day activities include:
- Negotiate with carriers to secure optimal purchase rates that meet revenue and margin goals
- Tender loads and maintain accurate shipment and customer records in Carrier360
- Act as primary liaison between internal business stakeholders and carriers
- Monitor freight in transit, obtain carrier updates, and ensure on‑time pickup and delivery
- Verify carrier authenticity and tracking prior to scheduled pickup
- Proactively communicate service issues to internal teams to minimize cost and operational inefficiencies
- Partner with internal operations, safety, and customer support teams to promote best‑in‑class service
- Stay current on supply‑chain market trends to inform negotiation tactics and capacity sourcing
- Support automation and efficiency efforts by increasing Carrier360 adoption among carriers
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Up to 1 year relevant experience in transportation/logistics, business administration, account management, or equivalent military experience — OR equivalent demonstrated skills through education/certification/military experience
- Strong professional verbal and written communication skills
- Experience building and maintaining working relationships with carriers or customers
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Ability to process information with a high level of accuracy and make informed decisions
- Ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment
- Willingness/ability to work across multiple shifts (which may include nights and/or weekends) if needed
- Ability to perform under pressure and hold people accountable when required
Preferred qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Transportation/Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field
- Experience using carrier procurement or transportation management platforms (Carrier360 or similar)
- Prior experience negotiating rates and managing carrier networks
This position is not eligible for employment‑based sponsorship.
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation
- Estimated pay shown on the source posting: $69,222 per year (estimated).
- Starting pay may vary based on skills, education, relevant experience, and geographic location.
- This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentive programs in accordance with the client’s applicable plans.
Benefits (subject to eligibility)
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Life, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
- Paid time off (vacation and sick time) based on tenure
- Parental leave (as described by the client)
- Paid holidays
Work Environment & Schedule
- Full‑time role based in Lowell, AR (local reporting or hybrid expectations, if applicable, will be defined by our client).
- May require shift flexibility, including nights or weekends, to support freight movement and carrier coverage.
- Reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Why You Should Apply
- Join a logistics team focused on carrier relationships, operational excellence, and technology adoption (Carrier360).
- Opportunity to build negotiation experience, deepen supply‑chain knowledge, and grow within transportation operations.
- Careertakes can surface additional matched roles to help you explore related opportunities if your application is a fit.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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