Full-Time

Carrier Account Manager

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Spot Freight

Spot Freight

201-500 employees

Third-party logistics provider for freight management

Automotive & Transportation
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$50kAnnually

+ Commission

Junior, Mid

Charlotte, NC, USA

Onsite 5 days a week in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Category
Customer Success Management
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Lead Generation
Customer Service
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree
  • 2+ years of sales experience required
  • Knowledge of the logistics industry is preferred.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet performance metrics.
  • Strong negotiation skills – persuasiveness, aggressiveness, confidence, resilience.
  • Entrepreneurial and competitive spirit, passion, and self-motivation.
  • Organization and attention to detail.
  • Adaptability, multi-tasking ability, sense of urgency.
  • Confident decision-making skills, problem-solving ability, and issue-resolution skills.
Responsibilities
  • BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT: You will procure, negotiate, and secure carriers to move available freight in a timely and cost-effective manner to meet the client’s needs while establishing essential relationships.
  • CUSTOMER GROWTH: Provide consistent and exceptional service levels to carriers and internal customers to ensure pipeline growth to expand future capacity opportunities.
  • RELATIONSHIPS: Develop and grow carrier relationships through lead generation, cold-calling, and referrals.
  • FREIGHT OPERATIONS: Effectively analyze carriers and freight markets to best meet our customers’ freight needs.
  • RESULTS: Achieve and exceed monthly sales margin expectations and ensure carrier service levels and KPIs are met.
  • COMMUNICATION: Proactively communicate with carriers and sales teams to fulfill commitments, exceed service expectations, and facilitate the resolution of carrier problems with shipment/deliveries.

Spot Freight is a third-party logistics provider that focuses on making the process of quoting, booking, and tracking freight easier for both carriers and shippers. Their main product is a technology platform called MySpot, which offers tools for carriers to manage their relationships with shippers, book loads, and receive payments quickly. For shippers, MySpot provides access to freight quotes, load boards, and real-time tracking to ensure timely deliveries. Unlike many competitors, Spot operates without external funding, allowing them to prioritize customer service and maintain control over their growth. The goal of Spot Freight is to streamline transportation networks for their clients, helping them manage their supply chains efficiently.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Indianapolis, Indiana

Founded

2009

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Spot's inclusion in the Top 100 Freight Brokerage list highlights its industry leadership.
  • The launch of MySpot and a new website marks Spot's commitment to technological innovation.
  • Spot's recognition as a Top Workplace underscores its strong employee-focused culture.

What critics are saying

  • Increased cargo theft rates pose a significant threat to Spot's logistics operations.
  • The logistics market's revenue decline could impact Spot's financial performance.
  • Expanding into new office spaces like Chicago involves substantial financial investment risks.

What makes Spot Freight unique

  • Spot operates without external investors, allowing organic growth and customer-focused innovation.
  • The MySpot platform offers comprehensive tools for carriers and shippers, enhancing efficiency.
  • Spot's commitment to security is strengthened by joining Verisk's CargoNet to combat cargo theft.

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