Brokerage Leader: ISO Tank & Intermodal Growth

Depot Connect International; Chalmette (LA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) with generous employer match

Paid time off

10 paid holidays

HSA & FSA

Job summary

Depot Connect International in Chalmette, LA seeks a Brokerage Manager to lead and scale our third-party brokerage operations, focusing on ISO tank movements, liquid bulk transport, intermodal drayage, and specialized freight. You will expand carrier networks, optimize margins, ensure compliance, and deliver top service across our regional and national network.

The role requires 5+ years in freight brokerage or 3PL with a leadership track, strong knowledge of FMCSA/HazMat rules, and proficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business Administration.
• 5+ years in freight brokerage or 3PL with 2+ years in leadership.
• Hands-on ISO tank/container or liquid bulk intermodal experience.
• Deep knowledge of FMCSA DOT HazMat rules and Gulf Coast port operations.
• Proficiency with TMS platforms, load boards, and CRM/analytics.

Responsibilities

• Identify and onboard third-party carriers including drayage and liquid bulk haulers.
• Oversee brokerage dispatch, routing, load tendering, tracking, and on-time delivery.
• Direct ISO tank/container moves and intermodal transfers coordinating with depots and ports.
• Manage P&L for Chalmette brokerage, drive volume and margin growth.
• Set competitive spot and contract pricing using market data and lane complexity.
• Collaborate with Commercial Sales to capture cross-selling across depot services.
• Enforce carrier qualification: insurance, safety ratings, hazmat certs, reliability.
• Ensure DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, EPA compliance for liquid bulk and hazards.
• Establish carrier KPIs and conduct performance reviews for long-term partnerships.
• Recruit and train dispatchers, coordinators, and carrier sales as the division grows.
• Coordinate with Chalmette leadership to balance owned fleet and brokerage solutions.
• Leverage TMS and client portals to automate workflows and boost visibility.

Skills

Leadership

Carrier sourcing

Negotiation

Financial analysis

Communication

Regulatory compliance

TMS proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Logistics or related field

Tools

DAT

Truckstop

Excel

CRM analytics

Job description

Depot Connect International in Chalmette, LA seeks a Brokerage Manager to lead and scale our third-party brokerage operations, focusing on ISO tank movements, liquid bulk transport, intermodal drayage, and specialized freight. You will expand carrier networks, optimize margins, ensure compliance, and deliver top service across our regional and national network.

The role requires 5+ years in freight brokerage or 3PL with a leadership track, strong knowledge of FMCSA/HazMat rules, and proficiency