Position pay range: $44,200- $55,300 The Sr. Carrier Relations Specialist has responsibility for supporting Logistics Operations and Business Development by developing and maintaining a strategic portfolio of vetted carriers on term or spot basis. Carrier Management supports KAG Logistics and is a center of expertise for managing relationships, pricing and quality of service for all transportation service providers. In addition, the Sr. Carrier Relations Specialist will have procurement and dire... more details
Job Details
95 North Canton OH - North Canton, OH
LOG Support
None
8hr
Description
KAG is North America’s largest tank truck transporter and logistics provider, delivering energy commodities, specialty products, merchant gases and food products across the United States, Canada and Mexico.
At KAG, it’s our people who make it possible to achieve our company goal as One Team Driven to Make a Difference! With expert knowledge, supportive leadership and most importantly, a strong belief in our company culture, our KAG team exemplifies the passion, pride and entrepreneurial spirit of KAG to help us reach our goal every day.
We want you to have a career with the rewarding professional and community experiences you desire, in a place that feels like home. If you are seeking an opportunity to join a talented team of dedicated professionals in a company that keeps North America moving, we invite you to apply!
Position Summary
Position pay range: $44,200- $55,300
The Sr. Carrier Relations Specialist has responsibility for supporting Logistics Operations and Business Development by developing and maintaining a strategic portfolio of vetted carriers on term or spot basis. Carrier Management supports KAG Logistics and is a center of expertise for managing relationships, pricing and quality of service for all transportation service providers. In addition, the Sr. Carrier Relations Specialist will have procurement and direct independent negotiating responsibilities with transportation service providers.
Essential Functions
Administers and analyzes carrier performance on a consistent (i.e. weekly, monthly) basis providing reports to our outside carriers. Take action to address carriers whose performances are marginal.
Oversees that all Vetted Carriers meet KAGLs HSE standards and that all carriers insurance remain active and at the determined insurance level
Analyzes carrier expenses to ensure that adequate margins are within plan while pursuing additional business strategic opportunities/partnerships and cost efficiencies.
Participates in the overall negotiating, operating and relationship management of contracts with all third-party carriers worth in excess of $100 million per annum.
Provides analytical support to the Sr. Director of Carrier Management.
Continues to enhance the overall carrier relationship in order to enhance delivery reliability
Qualifications
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Logistics or Business related field
3 years experience in Transportation and Logistics
Must be results driven; ability to identify opportunities and deliver results in margin and service
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Good computer skills in Excel, Word
Analytical skills
Negotiation experience
Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of associates so classified. Management retains the right to assign or reassign duties at any time. Job description is subject to change. All employees of the Company are expected to:
Promote positive work habits including effective and timely communication, teamwork and respect for co-workers.
Provide constructive guidance to other employees and representatives of third parties.
Contribute to providing the highest quality of products and services to customers.
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