Job Overview
Are you connected with transportation businesses through managing freight logistics? As a Freight Broker, you will be the vital link in coordinating freight shipments between shippers and carriers, ensuring timely deliveries and optimized logistics operations. This dynamic role offers an exciting opportunity to leverage your expertise in supply chain management, transportation planning, and client relationship management to drive business growth and customer satisfaction. Your proactive approach and negotiation skills will help build strong carrier partnerships while delivering exceptional service to clients across various industries.
Duties
- Develop and maintain relationships with shippers, carriers, and clients to facilitate efficient freight movement.
- Coordinate transportation logistics using Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and other CRM software to track shipments, manage documentation, and optimize routes.
- Negotiate rates, contracts, and service terms with carriers to secure competitive pricing while maintaining quality standards.
- Manage the end-to-end freight brokerage process, including booking shipments, tracking deliveries, and resolving any issues that arise during transit.
- Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, FDA regulations (if applicable), and trade compliance standards for all shipments.
- Collaborate with sales teams on B2B sales initiatives, providing tailored logistics solutions that meet client needs.
- Monitor supply chain trends and industry developments such as NVOCC (Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier) operations, air freight options, and 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) services to expand service offerings.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in freight brokerage, logistics sales, or transportation management within a logistics company environment.
- Strong knowledge of supply chain management, shipping logistics, transportation planning, and freight forwarding logistics.
- Familiarity with Transportation Management Systems (TMS), EDI (Electronic Data Interchange), AS400 systems, and CRM software like Salesforce or similar platforms.
- Excellent negotiation skills with a track record of successful contract negotiations and client relationship management.
- Ability to navigate international trade regulations, trade compliance standards, and FDA regulations when applicable.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) for reporting and communication purposes.
- Exceptional customer service skills combined with effective inside sales techniques to foster long-term client relationships.
- Strong understanding of carrier sales strategies including freight pricing models and transportation sales tactics.
Join as a Freight Broker and become a key player in delivering logistic solutions! Your expertise will manage a supply chain operations while building valuable partnerships that drive success for our clients and carriers alike. We are committed to supporting your growth through ongoing training in logistics sales, transportation management systems, commodity hauling, and more!
Pay: $52,000.00 - $62,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Transportation sales: 2 years (Preferred)
- Dispatching: 2 years (Preferred)
- Transportation management systems: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Work Location: In person
