Contract Specialist at Forward Air in Oak Brook, Illinois

Job Description:

Job Description

Position: Contract Specialist

Job Description:

The Contract Specialist is a critical position within the Forward Intermodal organization. This individual will be responsible for the accurate processing of new customers. Ensuring all documents are accurately filled and filed.

Core Duties & Responsibilities:

• Fill out and review "New Customer Packet" to send to Legal for approval
• Run and advise credit for new customers
• Update and maintain documents in "New Customer Packet"
• Update and maintain documents in "Sales" G: drive folders
• Work directly with Rates Manager and VP of Finance to identify more effect ways to update processes
• Perform on the job training to others and recommend process improvements.
• Take on individual contributor roles on projects and perform other associated duties as assigned
• Other duties as assigned by Manager

• Highly Organized with Great Follow Through.
• Advanced Microsoft Office Excel skills
• Prior intermodal transportation experience preferred
• Excellent keyboarding skills, must have a strong attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft office
• Ability to multi-task must be detail oriented and be able to work in a fast pace office environment
• Excellent communication and problem solving skills
• Strong team player that thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of staff

What We Offer:

• Market competitive salary based on experience
• Monday - Friday 40 hours
• Complete benefit package for full time employees
• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• Paid Holidays, Personal Days and Vacation Days
• 401k with company match

Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity employer.