What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Account Manager position at Grane Transportation?
Grane Logistics Express (GLX), the logistics division of Grane Transportation, is looking for dynamic and enthusiastic Logistics Account Manager to join our 3PL team. Grane Transportation is a privately held family company that has been in business for over 90 years and is actively expanding the 3PL/GLX division. As an account manager, your primary responsibility will be to generate revenue by covering freight through our established carrier base and working as a critical part of our business development team. The position also includes customer relations, driver management, and performance reporting.
Responsibilities
- Work with customers, carrier reps, and operations to manage the transportation of goods.
- Effectively work in a team environment.
- Communicate with drivers to ensure timely pick-up and delivery of goods for our customers.
- Provide information to Operations Manager on failures, problems, and opportunities.
- Learn and master software programs like DAT, Internet Truckstop, RYDER and McLeod.
- Book loads daily and update customers of freight arrival and departure.
- Negotiate rates with independent drivers, contracted carriers, and customers.
- Ensure all trucks and shipments are compliant with DOT and FMCSA regulations.
Requirements and Skills
- Associates Degree; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Preferred 1 year of previous transportation experience.
- Proficiency Microsoft Office (all programs).
- Ability to learn new software programs and portals easily.
- Have a “get it done" attitude.
- Strong mathematical and communication skills needed.
- High degree of creativity, intuition, and street smarts.
- Desire to succeed and highly competitive.
- Ability to think quickly and respond positively under pressure.
- Be self-motivated.
- Excellent problem solving skills.
- Strong organizational skills and time management skills.
Overview
This position will be expected to perform and exceed goals set by, and agreed to, with management. This is an operations opportunity that provides strong earning potential in a fun and energetic work environment. If you want to be more than just a number, then Grane Logistics Express might be the right opportunity for you. Our hands-on training program is individually tailored, and provides exposure to all facets of the industry.
- Salary Bonus
- 401k
- BCBS Health Insurance, Dental, and Vision
- EOE M/F/D/V
- Mobile device reimbursement plan
