What are the responsibilities and job description for the Freight broker position at Gpac?
Job Title : Freight Broker
MUST HAVE Prior Experience
For our clients we don’t just move goods we move industries. As a trailblazer in transportation and logistics solutions, we combine cutting-edge technology with unparalleled expertise to deliver top-notch service to our clients.
We’re on the hunt for a dynamic Freight Broker to join our high-energy team and help us continue setting the gold standard in logistics and hunting down that next opportunity.
Position Summary : Are you a master negotiator with a passion for logistics? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where every day brings a new challenge?
As a Freight Broker, you’ll be the linchpin in our operations, orchestrating the seamless movement of goods from point A to point B.
Your mission : negotiate killer rates, build rock-solid relationships, and ensure every shipment arrives on time, every time.
Key Responsibilities :
- Freight : Orchestrate the transport of goods by matching freight with top-notch carriers. Ensure every shipment is picked up and delivered on schedule.
- Negotiation : Hammer out the best rates with carriers, balancing cost-efficiency for clients with profitability for the company.
- Carrier : Cultivate and maintain stellar relationships with carriers. Uphold the highest service standards and compliance benchmarks.
- Client : Listen to clients’ needs, craft tailored shipping solutions, and provide real-time updates. Be their go-to problem solver and logistics guru.
- Documentation : Handle all shipping paperwork with precision from bills of lading to freight invoices and contracts.
- Market : Stay ahead of the curve by tracking market trends, predicting rate shifts, and optimizing capacity availability.
- Crisis Commander : Tackle transportation hiccups head-on, from delays to damages. Deliver exceptional customer service to smooth out any bumps in the road.
Qualifications :
- Education : Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field experience preferred .
- Experience : At least 2 years in freight brokerage, transportation, or logistics. Experience in fast-paced environments a plus.
- Skills :
- Stellar negotiation and sales prowess.
- Top-tier communication and relationship-building skills.
- Multi-tasking magician with the ability to juggle multiple shipments effortlessly.
- Tech-savvy with experience in transportation management software (TMS) and other industry tools.
- Analytical thinker and problem-solver extraordinaire.
- Detail-obsessed with a commitment to accuracy.
- Certifications : Certified Transportation Broker (CTB) certification is a bonus.
Benefits :
- Competitive salary plus a lucrative commission structure.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with generous company match.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
If interested time is of the essence. Please apply to this posting with your most up to date resume and I will reach out to schedule a time to talk.
I appreciate your time and look forward to hearing from you!
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990.
We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
Last updated : 2024-05-17
