Brokerage Carrier Capacity Manager

Venture Logistics; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Career advancement

Generous Vacation / PTO

Paid Holidays

401K with company match

Life Insurance

Job summary

Venture Logistics is seeking a Brokerage Carrier Capacity Manager to blend hands-on freight execution with leadership, overseeing real-time tracking, carrier capacity, and load coverage across shifts, including after-hours. You will coach a team to improve performance and service quality while collaborating with Carrier Sales, Dispatch, and Customer Service to address issues promptly.

The role requires 3–5+ years in logistics with leadership experience, strong TMS skills, and a focus on

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5+ years in transportation brokerage, logistics, or supply chain operations.
• Minimum 1–2 years in a leadership, supervisory, or team lead capacity.
• Proven experience managing freight in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage load coverage and secure carrier capacity across all freight.
• Oversee real-time tracking and tracing of active shipments for on-time pickups and deliveries.
• Provide hands-on support for escalations (missed pickups, late deliveries, disruptions).
• Lead after-hours and weekend freight operations and coach team members.
• Coach and develop team members in tracking, tracing, and carrier operations.
• Monitor communication standards between carriers and internal teams.
• Utilize TMS and tracking technologies to monitor load performance and exceptions.
• Drive accountability for KPI like on-time performance and responsiveness.
• Maintain a positive, collaborative work environment and foster constructive dialogue.
• Handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity.

Skills

TMS proficiency

Load tracking

Carrier operations

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Time management

Microsoft Office

On-call readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

3–5+ years in transportation brokerage/logistics

1–2 years leadership/supervisory

Bachelor’s degree (preferred) in logistics/supply chain/business

Tools

TMS platforms

Load tracking platforms

Microsoft Office (Excel/Outlook/Teams)

Job description

At Venture, we help our clients deliver their products, their promises, and their potential every day. If you believe in delivering great customer service, value partnership, and are always looking for a challenge, we’d like to meet you.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Brokerage Carrier Capacity Manager operates in a player/coach role, combining hands-on freight execution with leadership and team development responsibilities. This position is responsible for overseeing real-time tracking and tracing, managing carrier capacity, and ensuring consistent load coverage and service execution across all shifts, including after-hours operations. The role requires direct involvement in daily operations while coaching team members to improve performance, accountability, and service quality. The Capacity Manager partners closely with Carrier Sales, Dispatch, and Customer Service to proactively manage freight, resolve issues, and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS FOR THIS POSITION

• Manage load coverage and ensure adequate carrier capacity is secured across all freight, including high-volume and critical shipments
• Oversee and actively participate in real-time tracking and tracing of all active shipments to ensure on-time pickups, deliveries, and accurate status updates
• Provide hands-on support for escalations, including missed pickups, late deliveries, service failures, and in-transit disruptions.
• Lead and support after-hours and weekend freight operations, ensuring continuity of service and timely issue resolution.
• Coach, mentor, and develop team members in tracking, tracing, and carrier operations functions.
• Monitor and enforce communication standards between carriers and internal teams to ensure visibility and accuracy.
• Utilize TMS and tracking technologies to monitor load performance, tracking compliance, and exception management.
• Drive accountability for KPIs such as on-time performance, tracking compliance, and responsiveness.
• Demonstrate a consistently positive and professional demeanor, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Encourage constructive dialogue for the team, even during periods of change or challenge
• Handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity. Uphold confidentiality standards in all communications and decisions, ensuring trust and compliance with organizational policies and legal requirements
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of employee interactions in accordance with HR policy

OTHER SIGNIFICANT JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE

• Assist with onboarding and continuous training programs for new and existing team members
• Identify operational inefficiencies and implement process improvements to enhance service levels
• Collaborate with Carrier Sales to strengthen carrier relationships and improve network reliability
• Analyze performance data and trends to identify opportunities for improvement in carrier performance and service execution
• Support cross-functional initiatives related to capacity planning, scalability, and operational excellence
• Provide real-time communication to leadership regarding service risks, delays, and capacity constraints
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance, along with being available in an on-call status
• Comply with company policies and procedures and all applicable laws and regulations
• Perform additional duties as assigned

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 3–5+ years of experience in transportation brokerage, logistics, or supply chain operations
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in a leadership, supervisory, or team lead capacity
• Proven experience managing freight in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

PREFERRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field
• Experience in a brokerage environment with carrier capacity, dispatch, or carrier sales exposure
• Experience managing multi-shift or after-hours operations
• Demonstrated success in improving operational KPIs and team performance

REQUIRED SKILLS (TECHNICAL, CLERICAL, LANGUAGE, ETC.)

• Proficiency in Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and load tracking platforms
• Strong understanding of freight lifecycle, carrier operations, and brokerage workflows
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to lead in a "player/coach" capacity (hands-on + leadership)
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities in time-sensitive situations
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a high-pressure environment
• Leadership and coaching skills with ability to hold team members accountable
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Accepts constructive criticism with professionalism and uses it as a tool for continuous learning and skill enhancement
• Effectively communicates with personnel at all organizational levels, both internal and external, to foster collaboration and drive process improvements
• Strong listening skills to fully understand customer concerns, able to respond with thoughtful solutions, and handle criticism constructively and without emotional reactivity

PREFERRED SKILLS (TECHNICAL, CLERICAL, LANGUAGE, ETC.)

• Experience with advanced reporting, data analysis, or performance dashboards
• Strong carrier network knowledge and market awareness
• Experience working with automated tracking tools and digital freight platforms
• Continuous improvement mindset with experience implementing process enhancements

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Sedentary in nature
• Repetitive computer and telephone usage
• Periodic inter office movement to communicate with others
• Ability to work and stay focused in a fast-paced office environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Fast paced, high volume work environment

BENEFITS

• Competitive Pay
• Opportunity for career advancement
• Generous Vacation / Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401K with company match from day 1
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

This Position Description is not intended to guarantee, and does not guarantee, ongoing employment or employment for a definite term, either in this position or with the Company. Absent an enforceable written contract to the contrary, and to the fullest extent allowed by federal, state and local law, an employee’s employment relationship with the Company is at-will.