Brokerage Manager

Depot-Connect-International; Chalmette Vista (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

10 paid holidays

Health savings account & flexible FSA

Job summary

Depot Connect International seeks an experienced Brokerage Manager to lead and scale third-party brokerage operations from Chalmette, LA. You will recruit carriers, oversee dispatch, and optimize routes, ensuring safety compliance and strong margins across regional and national networks.

The role requires a strategic transport leader with proven P&L growth, carrier management, and intermodal expertise. You will collaborate with sales and account teams to expand services and leverage TMS

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration or equivalent.
• 5+ years in freight brokerage or 3PL with 2+ years in leadership.
• Hands-on knowledge of ISO tank containers and liquid bulk transport.
• Familiarity with FMCSA DOT hazmat rules and Gulf Coast port ops.
• Strong negotiation, contract mgmt, and financial analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify, recruit, onboard third-party motor carriers and specialized tank haulers.
• Oversee brokerage dispatch, routing, load tendering, tracking, and on-time delivery.
• Coordinate ISO tank moves with depots, terminals, and customers.
• Manage P&L for Chalmette brokerage; drive revenue and margins.
• Set pricing strategies using market indices and lane complexity.
• Partner with sales and account teams to cross-sell services.
• Enforce carrier qualifications, insurance, safety, hazmat certifications.
• Ensure DOT/FMC regulations compliance.
• Establish carrier KPIs and performance reviews.
• Recruit and train dispatchers and coordinators as the division expands.

Skills

Freight brokerage leadership

P&L management

Carrier sourcing

ISO tank/container knowledge

Intermodal drayage

TMS proficiency

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

DAT Load Boards

Truckstop

CRM/Analytics systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Reports To: Vice President of Transportation

Role Overview

Depot Connect International (DCI) is seeking an experienced, results-driven Brokerage Manager to lead and scale our third-party brokerage operations out of our Chalmette, LA hub. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Transportation, the Brokerage Manager will be responsible for building, managing, and expanding DCI’s freight brokerage capabilities with a primary focus on ISO tank container movement, liquid bulk transportation, intermodal drayage, and specialized freight. This role requires a strategic transportation leader who can expand partner carrier networks, optimize gross margins, ensure strict regulatory and safety compliance, and deliver exceptional service across our regional and national network.

Position Responsibilities

• Identify, recruit, and onboard high-quality third-party motor carriers, drayage providers, and specialized liquid bulk haulers to support DCI’s growing freight volume.
• Oversee daily brokerage dispatch, routing, load tendering, tracking, and trace operations to maintain high on-time delivery performance.
• Direct specialized moves involving ISO tank containers, chassis, and intermodal transfers, ensuring seamless coordination between DCI depots, port terminals, and end-customer sites.
• Manage the operational P&L for the Chalmette brokerage business, driving volume, revenue growth, and gross margin expansion.
• Establish competitive spot and contract pricing strategies based on market indices, carrier availability, and lane complexity.
• Partner with DCI’s Commercial Sales and Account Management teams to capture cross-selling opportunities across DCI’s depot, wash, and maintenance network.
• Enforce rigorous carrier qualification protocols, verifying insurance, safety ratings, hazmat certifications, and operational reliability.
• Maintain full adherence to DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and EPA regulations governing the transport of liquid bulk and hazardous materials.
• Establish carrier KPIs and conduct regular performance reviews to build long-term, strategic partner carrier relationships.
• Recruit, train, and direct brokerage dispatchers, logistics coordinators, and carrier sales representatives as the division expands.
• Work closely with Chalmette depot leadership and regional transportation managers to optimize asset utilization and balance company-owned fleet capacity with third-party brokerage solutions.
• Leverage DCI’s Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and customer portals to automate workflows and enhance visibility for external clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or equivalent industry experience.
• 5+ years of progressive freight brokerage or 3PL operations experience, with at least 2+ years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Hands-on knowledge of ISO tank containers, chemical/liquid bulk transport, or specialized intermodal drayage.
• Deep familiarity with FMCSA rules, DOT hazardous materials (HAZMAT) regulations, and Gulf Coast port operations.
• Advanced proficiency with modern TMS platforms, load boards (DAT, Truckstop), Microsoft Excel, and CRM/analytics systems.
• Proven carrier-sourcing relationships within the Gulf Coast logistics corridor (New Orleans, Houston, Baton Rouge).
• Demonstrated track record of scaling a brokerage desk or 3PL unit with proven P&L growth.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and financial analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills in fast-paced operational environments.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with generous employer match
• Paid time off
• 10 paid holidays
• Optional health savings account & flexible spending account