Freight Broker

Western Express; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Family-oriented culture

Job summary

Western Express in Nashville is looking for a Freight Broker to manage multiple client accounts in a fast-paced environment. The role involves building client relationships, coordinating transportation needs, and negotiating rates.

Preferred candidates should have strong communication skills and be motivated to succeed. The target earnings range from $60,000 to $90,000 annually, based on performance. This position offers a dynamic work environment and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Candidate must be a results-oriented team player.
• Excellent communication skills are required.
• Strong motivation and accountability are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain long-term client relationships.
• Oversee and coordinate customers' transportation needs.
• Negotiate freight rates to drive growth.
• Monitor and track shipment requirements.
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve service levels.
• Conduct outbound and inbound calls to support client accounts.

Skills

Results-oriented team player

Excellent phone, verbal, and written communication skills

Strong motivation to succeed

High sense of urgency and accountability

Adaptability in a dynamic environment

Forward-thinking problem solver

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Freight Broker – Western Express

Location: 7135 Centennial Place, Nashville, TN | Job Type: Full-Time

Overview

Western Express freight brokers manage multiple client accounts in a fast‑paced, high‑energy, and rewarding environment. In this role, you will work from our state‑of‑the‑art corporate headquarters in Nashville alongside some of the most experienced professionals in the industry. You will identify opportunities to maximize revenue while partnering with other lines of business to deliver optimal transportation solutions for our customers.

Compensation

Target earnings range from $60,000–$90,000 annually, based on performance‑driven incentives.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Benefits
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Family‑oriented culture

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain long‑term client relationships
• Oversee and coordinate customers’ transportation needs
• Negotiate freight rates while driving rapid and sustainable growth
• Monitor and track shipment requirements
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve processes and service levels
• Conduct frequent outbound and inbound calls to support and expand client accounts

Qualifications

• Results‑oriented team player
• Excellent phone, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong motivation to succeed
• High sense of urgency and accountability
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment
• Forward‑thinking problem solver

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required
• Prior sales or management experience is a plus
• Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus

Schedule Options

• 6:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Western Express, Inc. is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act or other similar state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Western. Please inform the company's personnel representative if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process. I understand, where permissible under applicable federal, state, and local law, I may be subject to a pre‑employment drug test after receiving a conditional offer of employment. Upon employment, employees may be required to have their picture taken. Due to the collaborative nature of the work environment, the spontaneous need for idea generation and execution, and the potential for expedited remediations, responses, or information gathering, in‑person, in‑office attendance is an essential function of this position.