
Account Manager – Produce Division
RLS Logistics
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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About the role
- Manage customer shipments from pickup to final delivery
- Maintain and grow customer relationships through ongoing communication and business reviews
- Supervise and support Account Coordinators to ensure customer and carrier satisfaction
- Negotiate rates and secure carriers to maximize service levels and profitability
- Optimize routes, freight, and vehicle capacity
- Meet or exceed performance metrics set by management
- Provide insight on market conditions during customer and carrier negotiations
- Exercise independent judgment when approving credit/debit adjustments
- Provide feedback on Carrier Support performance for evaluations
- Participate in interviewing and screening Carrier Support candidates
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree OR equivalent experience
- 4+ years of transferable professional experience
- 1+ year of freight brokerage experience specializing in fresh or frozen produce
- Certified Transportation Broker (CTB) preferred, not required
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) with company match
- Team member recognition awards
- Education and development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
freight brokerageroute optimizationnegotiationcustomer relationship managementperformance metricscredit/debit adjustmentscarrier management
Soft Skills
communicationleadershipindependent judgmentcustomer satisfactionteam supervision
Certifications
Certified Transportation Broker (CTB)