Freight Broker

About This Role

The Freight Broker works as an independent agent, building lasting relationships with transportation partners and other departments. This role involves identifying and implementing supply chain improvements to save time and money, maintaining accurate records, and reporting to upper management. The ideal candidate has strong organizational and communication skills, and can work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with carriers and customers/shippers to build strong, lasting relationships
• Work quickly and efficiently to resolve any transportation issues, delays, and supply management concerns
• Maintain accurate records of shipments, deliveries, and other logistics concerns utilizing our TMS
• Provide regular reports to upper management on logistics concerns, progress, and performance
• Track and trace shipments and provide timely updates to customers
• Broker freight

Requirements

• Previous experience in a freight brokerage or third-party logistics environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Minimum 3 years of experience in customer service and sales
• Ability to critically think, prioritize and effectively communicate
• Strong organizational skills
• Account management skills
• Ability to multitask, shift priorities, and work under deadlines
• Familiarity with computer programs such as Microsoft Office and logistics software (TMS, EDI, Load Boards)
• Familiarity in over-the-road trucking (TL and LTL modes) as well as well versed in Flatbed, Dry Van, Refrigerated and Over-Dimensional freight

Nice to have:

• Bachelor's Degree

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off

About the Company

The Perfect Freight Source is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) logistics provider that delivers transportation solutions to some of the world’s successful companies. It is a small, fast-growing company that offers massive opportunity for growth within.