Freight Broker
About The Position
Join the Atlas Logistics Team as a Freight Broker! Atlas Logistics, a division of Atlas World Group, has provided commercial logistics services since 1970. Our brand is known for quality, dependability, and problem-solving across every industry we serve. Our partners count on us for fairness, financial stability, and creative thinking. We’re looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Freight Broker. The Freight Broker assumes a mid-level professional position tasked with managing moderately complex daily operations within Atlas Logistics. Responsibilities encompass scheduling and monitoring shipments, maintaining system currency, fostering carrier relationships, conducting freight carrier negotiations, and delivering exemplary customer service.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED required.
- 2-4 years of experience in freight brokerage, transportation, or logistics operations and/or a combination of both education and experience are required.
- Knowledge of TL, LTL, and freight pricing structures.
- Strong carrier negotiation and relationship-building skills.
- Experience using Transportation Management Systems (TMS), such as TMW.
- Proven ability to schedule, track, and manage shipments while resolving issues effectively.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in Supply Chain & Logistics, Business Management, or related field preferred.
Responsibilities
- Strategically secures coverage for scheduled Atlas Logistics TL shipments, prioritizing transportation buy rate optimization and profitability.
- Remains vigilant of market trends and rates, entailing comprehensive knowledge of various freight tiers and pricing structures.
- Ensures the maintenance of accurate and up-to-date data within pertinent systems such as TMW and Atlas Net, fostering operational efficiency and integrity.
- Proactively identifies and engages with new carriers and brokers, discerning potential partnerships that grant a competitive advantage to Atlas Logistics.
- Monitors and traces the progress of ongoing shipments, promptly communicating any arising issues or concerns to clients to maintain transparency and mitigate disruptions.
- Collaborates closely with the Strategic Transportation Group (STG) to strategize backhaul solutions for the Atlas Fleet, minimizing deadhead mileage, optimizing equipment repositioning, and augmenting revenue streams for Atlas Logistics.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
- Employee Assistance Program (mental health support + 24/7 licensed therapist access)
- Wellness perks, onsite fitness center, and onsite medical clinic
- Generous 401(k) match
- HSA & FSA options
- Tuition assistance
- Financial wellness programs
- Paid vacation, sick time, parental leave, holidays, and disability leave
- Free online training via a modern learning and development platform
- A company-wide mentorship program
- Internal employee organizations
- Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
