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Echo is looking for motivated, self-starters who are eager to learn and advance in an ever growing industry & EARN UNCAPPED COMMISSION! As a Carrier Development Associate, you are on the sourcing side of the brokerage, establishing relationships to provide cost-effective logistics solutions for Echo's customers. You will develop strong negotiation and interpersonal skills. As you advance your sales skillset, there will be opportunity to take your career to the next level!

Responsibilities:

• Develop, establish and maintain relationships with carriers in the truckload marketplace

• Identify, source and procure new carriers relationships

• Establish internal relationships within Echo to expand your book of business

• Manage carrier network to ensure accurate levels of service

• Utilize data driven resources to make informed buying decisions

• Navigate Echo's proprietary software to manage daily operational load management tasks

Qualifications:

• Strong work ethic

• Driven and competitive nature

• Strong customer service and relationship building skills

• Strong problem solving and decision making skills

• Quick learner with ability to multi-task

• Money motivated

• High level of interpersonal skills

• Ability to negotiate, empower and influence others

• Able to work both independently and in a team setting

5-week paid Training Program

We are committed to invest in our employee's professional development and career growth with an industry leading training program! It is our mission to give you the tools and resources needed to succeed. Carrier Development Associates will complete classroom training, an apprenticeship program and an in-house continuous education program.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive base salary, plus uncapped commission

• Eligibility for Operational Support

• Fun, upbeat and casual work environment

• Paid Volunteer Opportunities

• Multiple incentive opportunities including an award based trip for top reps, and bonus based programs

• Opportunities for advancement

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, Pet Insurance and 401K

Work environment/physical demand's summary:

This job operates in an office environment and uses a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of an office with an open seating floor plan. The employee may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the work day. The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or Vietnam era or other protected veteran.