MILITARY DoD SKILLBRIDGE Biomedical Equipment
GE HealthcareSalary not specified
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Internship, Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
Food Distribution, Logistics, TransportationIndustries
Requirements
- Active-duty US service member eligible for DoD SkillBridge Internship (within last 12 months of active-duty contract)
- HS diploma or GED
- Minimum of 1 year of experience at 3PL, freight brokerage, or other relevant area
- Basic understanding of brokerage operations and geographic freight markets
- Proficient in MS Office and ability to navigate various web-based systems
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to pass background investigation
Responsibilities
- Engage carriers to sell freight and develop relationships with new and existing carriers in support of customer base
- Interview carriers and capture data regarding preferred lanes and network to find collaboration opportunities
- Negotiate rates with carriers
- Book, track, and update loads using internal TMS system and various customer portals
- Retrieve/upload BOLs/PODs and other documents from carriers
- Distribute Comchecks for lumpers, fees, etc
- Research and identify new carriers, including new carrier set-ups via RMIS
- Maintain daily contact with carrier base and develop a managed portfolio of “owned carriers”
- Assist in maintaining knowledge of market trends and updating regional pricing
- Effectively communicate updates to Account Manager and teammates
- Resolve carrier conflicts that occur in-transit
- Other duties as assigned by manager
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the salary for this Carrier Sales Representative position?
The expected base rate for this role is between $50,000 - $80,000. Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law.
Is this a remote position or does it require working at a specific location?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What skills and experience are required for this role?
Candidates must have a minimum of 1 year of experience at 3PL or freight brokerage or other relevant area, proficiency in MS Office, ability to navigate web-based systems, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and attention to detail. A HS diploma or GED is required.
What is the team structure for this position?
The Carrier Sales Representative will report to either the Branch Manager or Operations Manager depending on the Gampac location and has no direct reports. They work with other carrier sales associates internally and develop relationships with external carriers.
Who is eligible to apply for this position?
This application is only available to active-duty service members eligible to participate in a DoD SkillBridge Internship within the last 12 months of their active-duty contract.
US Foods
Food distribution for restaurants and healthcare
About US Foods
US Foods is a leading food distributor in America, providing a wide range of food products and services to restaurants, healthcare facilities, and other food service operators. The company offers over 350,000 products, including fresh produce and culinary equipment, and operates by purchasing food in bulk and selling it to clients while also offering services like culinary expertise and business consulting. With a strong logistics network that ensures timely deliveries, US Foods also supports clients with solutions like the "Make It Now" platform during challenging times. Additionally, the company is committed to social responsibility, having donated over $32 million in food and supplies for hunger relief during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Rosemont, IllinoisHeadquarters
1853Year Founded
$340.5KTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Food & Agriculture, ConsultingIndustries
10,001+Employees