Freight Broker

Operations Opportunities with ODW Logistics•Hamilton, OH

About The Position

The Freight Broker I plays a pivotal role in sourcing optimal carrier solutions for transportation requirements within designated domestic regions across the United States for ODW customers. Reporting directly to the Brokerage - Region Lead, this role will collaborate within the Regional Team framework to ensure ODW effectively meets the demands of both customers and carriers, fostering successful partnerships and operational excellence.

Requirements

High school or GED diploma required
Less than 1 year(s) of supply chain industry experience
Strong communication skills
Ability to excel in a team-oriented environment
Customer service focused mindset
Effective time management and multitasking abilities
Hear, read and comprehend, write, and communicate
Continuously sit, type, and perform repetitive wrist motion
Occasionally stand, walk, bend, squat/kneel, twist/turn or reach
Focus (with or without corrective lenses) to see close and distant, along with depth perception capabilities

Nice To Haves

associate or bachelor’s degree preferred
Previous knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server, Terminal Services and Virtual/Thin client architecture preferred
Prior knowledge on project management practices

Responsibilities

Use historical data to maximize short- and long-term profitability by covering freight at optimal profit levels
Accurately measure count and percentage of loads covered and given back to ensure business performs within goal rate
Provide assistance in carrier vetting with Fraud Protection on new carrier onboarding
Assist with maintenance of current carrier relationships
Ability to negotiate freight costs with carriers
Assist your assigned region and maintain effective communication with carriers
Assist with communicating market trends and pricing
All other duties as assigned

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