Territory Account Manager

Territory Account Manager

This position is within our fast paced Operations department, working closely with contracted customers to secure loads and plan them on our trucks to maximize productivity and profitability.

You might be a great fit if:

• You enjoy a challenging and fast-paced environment
• You're organized and not intimidated by (sometimes lengthy) to-do lists
• You have attention to detail, you're motivated by helping people and making their lives better,
• You can manage and prioritize multiple initiatives at once while still meeting deadlines,
• You deal positively with obstacles and failures in pursuit of challenging goals,
• You're a highly motivated, self-starter and consider yourself a life-long learner

Why Melton?

• Solicit freight from contracted customers
• Coordinate with our Inside Sales and iTech groups to secure loads
• Enter loads into AS400 system, timely and correctly
• Schedule pickup appointments with customers to ensure most efficient transit
• Create and maintain customer, shipper and consignee profiles
• Maintain daily communication with Inside Sales and Regional Sales Reps of truck/load balances
• Load all available trucks in your territory with minimum downtime
• Coordinate loads to get drivers home for scheduled time-off
• Coordinate closely with bordering territory managers to ensure all trucks are loaded and all customer freight is covered each day
• Provide accurate load instructions and directions to customer shipping locations for our drivers

Qualification Requirements:

Education/Experience: High school diploma and 2 years fast paced customer service experience. Logistics or planning experience preferred.

Special Training: Familiar with Word, Excel and AS400 (preferred, not required)

Special Skills: Must be able to communicate clearly and respectfully under pressure; stay focused on solutions when problems arise; high attention to detail; ability to prioritize work in a fast paced work environment.

Why Melton?

• Top Workplace Award Winner for 8 consecutive years as of 2023
• Employee Owned
• Onsite Café & Gym at our Tulsa location
• Opportunities for Career Advancement and Growth
• Vibrant Company Culture with Team Events and Incentives
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

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