04 Nov
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Steele's Transportation Group
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Calgary
04 Nov
Steele's Transportation Group
Calgary
About Steele’s Steele’s Transportation Group has served Alberta since 1957, building a reputation for dependable freight transportation and customer service. Operating as part of FMi Logistics Group Inc., Steele’s provides scheduled less-than-truckload (LTL) service between Calgary, Red Deer and Edmonton, along with local pickup and delivery, cross-docking and specialized transportation solutions throughout Alberta. The opportunity We are looking for a freight pricing professional who knows how to turn a freight quotation into a business opportunity. This position combines hands-on freight rating and quotation preparation with responsive inside sales and customer development. The ideal candidate understands CWT (per-hundredweight) and pallet-based rates and is confident explaining service options and pricing to customers. What you will do
• Prepare competitive, accurate quotes for LTL, palletized freight, local P&D; and related transportation services.
• Calculate rates using CWT, pallet rates, weight breaks, minimums, zones, fuel surcharges and accessorials.
• Validate origin, destination, shipment weight, dimensions, pallet count and service requirements before quoting.
• Apply approved pricing guidelines; coordinate with Operations and Dispatch where needed.
• Maintain customer rate schedules, quote history and customer pricing information.
• Respond to inquiries, follow up on open quotes and convert opportunities into profitable business.
• Develop existing customer relationships and identify additional freight opportunities.
• Support customer proposals, contract renewals, RFQs and new business development.
• Track quote activity, conversion,
customer feedback and lost-business reasons in the CRM. What you bring
• At least 3 years in transportation pricing, freight rating, rate administration, LTL quotations or related inside sales.
• Direct experience preparing or calculating LTL rates; working knowledge of both CWT and pallet-based pricing.
• Understanding of freight tariffs, weight breaks, minimums, fuel and accessorial charges.
• Excellent numerical skills, accuracy, organization and customer communication.
• Working knowledge of Excel and business systems; ability to manage simultaneous quotes and customer requests.
• A practical, commercially minded approach that balances customer value and sustainable margins. Preferred Experience Asset-based LTL carrier, freight brokerage or 3PL background; familiarity with the Calgary–Red Deer–Edmonton corridor; TMS and CRM experience; knowledge of local delivery costs, freight profitability, contract pricing and transportation RFQs.
What we offer
• Competitive base salary and performance-based incentive opportunity.
• Employee benefits and permanent, full time employment.
• Collaborative team environment with opportunities to grow.
• A meaningful role in the growth of an established Alberta transportation company.
How to apply
Please submit your resume and a brief introduction outlining your hands-on experience with LTL freight rates, customer quotations and transportation sales. We look forward to hearing from candidates who enjoy both the technical and commercial sides of freight. Publication checks: insert approved compensation disclosure, confirmed benefits, contact/application URL and any required equal-opportunity wording before posting.
📌 LTL Freight Pricing (Calgary)
🏢 Steele's Transportation Group
📍 Calgary