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Robert Half Carrier Manager in Houston, Texas
Description
Our client is offering an opportunity for a Carrier Manager role in the Houston area. The Carrier Manager will join their team in the Distribution industry, located in Houston, Texas. This Carrier Manager role will be responsible for developing and vetting relationships with trucking companies and controlling the costs, activities and performance of companies that provide the transportation of their product.
Responsibilities:
• Carrier Management in Trucking by full truckload or less-than-truckload (LTL)
• Negotiate rates, spot rates and capacity with carriers driving revenue growth
• Understand the capabilities of the carrier capacity across multiple modes (van, flatbed, reefer)
• Identify and secure Carrier partners and capacity in specific market areas
• Adhere to DOT Regulations and DOT Compliance in all functions
• Maintain positive and effective vendor relations
• Handle ground transportation logistics as required
• Resolve customer credit inquiries promptly and professionally.
Requirements • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is necessary for managing large data sets and performing financial analysis.
• Familiarity with Ground Transportation, including shipping and logistics, is advantageous for understanding supply chain processes.
• Contract Negotiation skills are required to ensure favorable terms for the organization in supplier contracts.
• Ability to Negotiate Contracts and Pricing with vendors is essential to control costs and optimize profitability.
• Experience in Vendor Relations and Sourcing is a key requirement for establishing and maintaining beneficial supplier relationships.
• Knowledge of DOT Regulations and DOT Compliance is necessary to ensure adherence to all relevant transportation laws and safety standards.
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