Freight Broker

Benefits:

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

Job Summary
We are seeking a Freight Broker to join our team! As our Freight Broker, you will be working closely with other departments and our transportation partners to build lasting, meaningful relationships. You will be identifying areas of improvement within our supply chain and implementing changes to save time and money, keeping accurate records of day-to-day operations, and presenting reports to upper management. The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, and excellent communication skills, and can work both independently and as part of a larger 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

Qualifications

• 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.
• The 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.
• Preferred Bachelor's Degree.

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

This is a remote position.