Carrier Relations Specialist:
We are seeking a highly driven and analytical Carrier Relations Specialist to support our transportation operations by sourcing, negotiating, and managing carrier partnerships. This role plays a critical part in ensuring cost efficiency, capacity reliability, and strong carrier performance in a fast-paced logistics environment. The ideal candidate is a confident negotiator, skilled communicator, and strategic thinker who can balance relationship management with firm decision-making while adapting quickly to market changes.

Key Responsibilities:

Carrier Sourcing & Negotiation
• Proactively source new carrier partners through cold calling, networking, and market research.
• Lead pricing and capacity negotiations with carriers to secure competitive and sustainable freight rates.
• Conduct tough, transparent conversations with carriers to address performance, compliance, and rate alignment issues.

Carrier Vetting & Compliance
• Perform thorough vetting of carriers, including documentation verification, insurance validation, safety records,



and operational capability assessment.
• Ensure all carriers meet company standards, regulatory requirements, and service-level expectations before onboarding.

Relationship Management
• Build and maintain robust, long-term relationships with carrier partners to ensure consistent service and capacity availability.
• Act as the primary point of contact for carriers, fostering open communication and trust while protecting company interests.

Market Awareness & Strategic Insight
• Monitor transportation market trends, rate fluctuations, and capacity shifts to identify risks and opportunities.
• Recognize potential market changes early and adjust carrier strategies accordingly to maintain operational stability.

Operational Excellence
• Manage multiple carrier conversations, negotiations, and follow-ups simultaneously with speed and accuracy.
• Collaborate closely with operations, planning, and customer se

📌 CMT Specialist (India)
🏢 T3RA Logistics
📍 India