Our client is a high-growth company in the transportation and logistics industry. They have a culture built around real collaboration, employee experience, and people who take initiative. They move fast, they invest in their team, and they're building something worth being part of long-term.
The Role
As a Carrier Procurement Specialist, you will source, negotiate, and secure carriers to move available freight in a timely and cost-effective manner. You’ll also work on projects related to handling pricing and capacity for specialized moves. On our team, you’ll have the support to excel at work and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.
The is a fully in-office position, based in Burnaby and very accessible by transit.
Compensation range for this role: $55,000 + Commission
What your day-to-day will look like:
- Cultivate strong core carrier relationships while negotiating and securing carriers to move freight
- Maintain continuous communication with carriers and customers to ensure a high-quality freight movement process
- Ensure all parties are informed of route changes, delays, freight concerns or other issues as necessary
- Schedule pickup and delivery appointment times; use discretion and insight when considering all factors affecting timeframe, including weather, traffic, etc.
- Follow established procedures and protocols regarding HVS and HRC loads to ensure the integrity of the shipment and the brand
- Accurately maintain and update information in the company’s operating systems
- Conduct research in available databases for potential leads; make cold calls to prospects
- Track back-end billing and invoicing to ensure that carrier charges are accurate
What you’ll need to excel:
We’re looking for someone with energy, drive, and the confidence to jump in and make things happen. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, enjoys building relationships, and is motivated by performance and earning potential.
You’ll do well in this role if you:
- Bring high energy and a strong sense of urgency to your work
- Are motivated by money, growth, and results
- Aren’t afraid to pick up the phone, start conversations, and build relationships
- Have strong negotiation and communication skills
- Enjoy solving problems and thinking quickly on your feet
- Can work early morning shifts, with start times ranging from 5AM to 7AM
Bonus Points If You Have:
- Experience in transportation or logistics
- Experience coordinating over-dimensional or heavy-haul loads
- A background in sales, account management, or customer service
- Proven success negotiating rates, timelines, or customer solutions
The Details
- Location: Full-time onsite in Burnaby. Accessible by transit.
- Hours: Start time between 5am-7am
- Interview Process: Three rounds, including at least one onsite interview.
- Compensation: $55,000, plus commission.
Why you should join this company?
- Fast-Paced Innovation We attract top talent because we build the leading platforms in our industry!
- Benefits We provide benefits from day one, and we like to reward team members who excel.
- Growth & Opportunity Over 60% of new hires join us because of the growth opportunities we offer. This includes job advancement programs, academic partnerships and tuition reimbursement options.
Apply today! No cover letter required.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.
Pay: From $55,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
