Department: Jerich Trucking, Inc Div
Summary:
As a Freight Broker Agent, you will play a crucial role in driving the growth and success of our trucking division by building strong relationships with clients and carriers
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Post and monitor load boards to find coverage on available loads
- Email and call new and existing carriers to find coverage on available loads
- Negotiate rates and terms to ensure mutually beneficial agreements
- Provide prompt responses to customer requests
- Cultivate strong relationships with carriers
- Follow up and monitor assigned carriers picking up loads to ensure coverage and ETAs
- Work with various warehouses to schedule/update loading appointments and carrier integrity
- Enter coverage costs; assist with accessorial invoices discrepancies
- Rate out shipments utilizing full and partial truck loads
- Monitor and assist in early and late shift responsibilities ensuring loads are booked and picked up
- Update all necessary Jerich folders and files on a daily basis
- Maintain compliance with industry regulations and company policies
Competency:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Good interpersonal and communication skills in dealing with carriers, employees, and management.
- Meet deadlines and perform accurate work with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to multitask and execute assignments in a timely manner.
- Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
- Respond to requests for service and assistance; meet commitments.
- Look for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team
- Strong sales and customer service orientation
Education/ Experience:
- High School Diploma/GED Equivalent
- Experience in freight sales or operations is a plus, however we will train the right individual
Computer Skills:
- MS Excel
- MS Outlook
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 – $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
HEPA Air Filters installed throughout the entire office space. Very clean, sterile working environment.
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Dayton, NJ 08810: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Full-time
$40,000 – $55,000 a year
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