Job Overview:
As a Freight Broker, you will play a crucial role in the transportation industry by facilitating the movement of goods and materials efficiently and cost-effectively. Your responsibilities will include negotiating prices, managing accounts, and ensuring the smooth coordination of freight shipments.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with shippers and carriers to negotiate competitive rates for transporting goods.
- Manage transportation sales accounts, ensuring customer satisfaction and retention.
- Utilize transportation management systems like Rose Rocket for data entry and tracking shipments.
- Coordinate freight movements, including dispatching trucks and scheduling deliveries.
- Negotiate contracts with third-party logistics providers (3PL) to optimize transportation costs.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation of freight transactions and billing processes.
- Monitor shipment progress and address any issues or delays to maintain on-time delivery.
- Provide exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving transportation-related issues promptly.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in transportation sales or freight brokerage.
- Strong negotiation skills to secure competitive pricing for freight services.
- Familiarity with Rose Rocket or similar transportation management systems.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize workload, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with clients, carriers, and internal teams.
- Knowledge of dispatching procedures and logistics operations.
- Detail-oriented with strong data entry skills for accurate record keeping.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic work environment where adaptability is key.
Join our team as a Freight Broker to drive success in the logistics industry through effective negotiation, account management, and seamless freight coordination.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $500.00 - $5,000.00 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Work from home
Compensation package:
- 1099 contract
- Bonus opportunities
- Commission pay
- Performance bonus
- Quarterly bonus
Schedule:
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Logistics: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: Remote