Freight Broker

Atlas World Group, Inc.; Evansville, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness perks and onsite clinic

Job summary

Atlas Logistics, a division of Atlas World Group, is seeking a Freight Broker to manage mid-level operations, secure shipment coverage, and optimize transport pricing. You will maintain system data, build carrier relationships, and coordinate with the STG to improve backhaul strategies.

The role emphasizes strong communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills, with education and 2–4 years’ related experience required. Benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• Experience in freight brokerage, transportation, or logistics operations (2–4 years).
• Knowledge of TL, LTL, and freight pricing structures.
• Strong carrier negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) such as TMW.

Responsibilities

• Secure coverage for scheduled Atlas Logistics TL shipments with rate optimization.
• Maintain accurate data in systems like TMW and Atlas Net.
• Identify and engage new carrier partnerships for competitive advantage.
• Monitor shipments and communicate issues to clients to mitigate disruptions.
• Collaborate with Strategic Transportation Group to develop backhaul solutions.

Skills

Carrier negotiations

Shipment scheduling

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate degree in Supply Chain & Logistics or related

Tools

TMW

Job description

Overview

Join the Atlas Logistics Team as a Freight Broker!

Atlas Logistics, a division of Atlas World Group, has provided commercial logistics services since 1970. Our brand is known for quality, dependability, and problem-solving across every industry we serve. Our partners count on us for fairness, financial stability, and creative thinking.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Freight Broker. The Freight Broker assumes a mid-level professional position tasked with managing moderately complex daily operations within Atlas Logistics. Responsibilities encompass scheduling and monitoring shipments, maintaining system currency, fostering carrier relationships, conducting freight carrier negotiations, and delivering exemplary customer service.

What You’ll Do

• Strategically secures coverage for scheduled Atlas Logistics TL shipments, prioritizing transportation buy rate optimization and profitability. Remains vigilant of market trends and rates, entailing comprehensive knowledge of various freight tiers and pricing structures.
• Ensures the maintenance of accurate and up-to-date data within pertinent systems such as TMW and Atlas Net, fostering operational efficiency and integrity.
• Proactively identifies and engages with new carriers and brokers, discerning potential partnerships that grant a competitive advantage to Atlas Logistics.
• Monitors and traces the progress of ongoing shipments, promptly communicating any arising issues or concerns to clients to maintain transparency and mitigate disruptions.
• Collaborates closely with the Strategic Transportation Group (STG) to strategize backhaul solutions for the Atlas Fleet, minimizing deadhead mileage, optimizing equipment repositioning, and augmenting revenue streams for Atlas Logistics.

Your Wellness Matters

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents

• Employee Assistance Program (mental health support + 24/7 licensed therapist access)

• Wellness perks, onsite fitness center, and onsite medical clinic

Financial Wellbeing

• Generous 401(k) match

• HSA & FSA options

• Tuition assistance

• Financial wellness programs

• Earning potential up to $50k

Flexibility & Time Off

• Paid vacation, sick time, parental leave, holidays, and disability leave

Qualifications

What You'll Need:

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Associate degree in Supply Chain & Logistics, Business Management, or related field preferred.
• 2-4 years of experience in freight brokerage, transportation, or logistics operations and/or a combination of both education and experience are required.
• Knowledge of TL, LTL, and freight pricing structures.
• Strong carrier negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Experience using Transportation Management Systems (TMS), such as TMW.
• Proven ability to schedule, track, and manage shipments while resolving issues effectively.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Our Promise to You

At Atlas, we want you to grow your career - not just fill a role. We invest in our people through:

• Free online training via a modern learning and development platform
• A company-wide mentorship program
• Internal employee organizations
• Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities

Atlas Van Lines is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Benefits may vary by position and/or office location.

*The salary range shown is a good‑faith estimate of what we expect to offer for this role, with actual compensation determined by skills, experience, and job‑related factors.