Priority1 strives to go beyond simply offering jobs. We foster careers by creating a great working environment for our team members. We hire talented individuals who will provide the best support and can quickly adapt to the rapidly changing world of logistics. These talented men and women drive our business, and we are committed to their success.
Priority-1, Inc. (“P1”) is a U.S. based freight services company that specializes in offering full service, nationwide logistics services to its customers and focuses on Less Than Truckload, Truckload and Expedited services. Priority-1 Canada, Inc. (“P1-Canada”) is P1’s newest business unit based in Montreal. P1-Canada is seeking a Carrier Sales Specialist - Canada to operate with this business unit with an emphasis on inbound and outbound Canadian shipments.
About Us: P1 is a non-asset-based logistics brokerage provider that introduces proprietary technology to small, medium and large shippers to aid them in managing their transportation spend more efficiently. P1 leverages our volume of over 800,000 annual shipments to create unique partnerships with asset-based carriers in the North American freight market and seeks to expand such partnerships throughout Canada. P1-Canada is P1’s newest business unit aimed at expanding P1’s footprint across the Canadian territory and to increase its ability to service cross-border shipments.
The Carrier Sales Specialist is the operational support for our sales teams. The role is responsible for accurately quoting, building, and communicating updates for truckload opportunities. The role requires the ability to multi-task, problem solve and prioritize daily workload. Candidate must be able to overcome issues and resolve problems. Being customer centric and a sales advocate to our sales teams is a must. You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of tasks, develop your logistics skills and collaborate with very talented people across our organization. Additional responsibilities include educating our sales teams how to quote and win more Truckload opportunities. If you are a person that is competitive and enjoys working in a faced paced environment then come join our team!
Essential Functions, Role & Responsibilities
· Utilize TMS system as well as web based load boards to book and track shipments of freight
· Ability to multi-task and get accurate updates to sales force
· Negotiate rates with carriers
· Maintain 15% margin on loads
· Make minimum of 100 calls a day to book available loads
Qualifications & Skills
· Bilingual – French and English preferred
Compensation:
- $45k base salary, plus commissions
- RRSP 15% of your annual income
- Unlimited Growth Potential
P1-Canada is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Skills Required
- French and English bilingual communication skills
What We Do
Priority1 was founded in 1995 and has morphed into a technology-enabled third-party logistics company deploying cutting edge automation. Partnered with thousands of national and regional carriers, we offer full multimodal transportation services, making Priority1 a true one-stop shop for all your logistics needs. With our continuous technology advancements and core values, our mission is to be an innovator and continue to be a leader in the technology and logistics space. As a company, we are dedicated to establishing lifelong partnerships with customers, vendors, freight agents, and employees through our people, technology, expertise, and most importantly, our values. Priority1’s success is measured by how well we simplify your logistics needs. Your product is our priority.
