Carrier Sales Representative, Road US

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Carrier Sales Representative managing freight operations for DSV's logistics team. Sourcing and securing carriers while ensuring customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Posted 5/27/2026full-timeItasca • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $47,000 - $64,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Source, negotiate, and secure carriers and drivers to cover available freight in a cost-effective and service-focused manner.
Manage daily dispatch operations, ensuring accurate communication of shipment details to carriers.
Track and monitor shipments from pickup through delivery, providing timely updates to internal teams and customers.
Collect and verify all carrier documentation for on-time shipment closeout and billing.
Build, develop, and maintain long-term carrier relationships to strengthen capacity reliability and responsiveness.
Collaborate with Account Managers to provide operational support, pricing input, and customer updates as needed.
Stay informed on current market conditions, rate trends, and seasonal fluctuations to ensure competitive pricing.
Generate new carrier leads and onboard qualified partners to expand DSV’s carrier network.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Minimum 1 year of experience in logistics, freight brokerage, or customer service (3+ years preferred).
Minimum 1 year of carrier sales experience with a focus on drayage (3+ years preferred).
Strong understanding of transportation and drayage operations, including carrier regulations and best practices.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Teams, PowerPoint); advanced Excel skills preferred.
Experience using Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

logisticsfreight brokeragecarrier salesdrayage operationstransportation regulationsMicrosoft Office Suiteadvanced ExcelTransportation Management Systems

Soft Skills

communication skillsnegotiationrelationship buildingcollaborationcustomer service

Certifications

High School diplomaAssociate’s degreeBachelor’s degree