Freight Broker

EXPRESS Family of Companies; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Logistics in Tampa is hiring a Freight Broker to join our fast-paced transportation team. This role thrives in a high-pressure environment and excels at building strong relationships with carriers and internal teams.

You will quote freight accurately, negotiate rates, and book truckload and expedite freight, using our Transportation Management System to enter shipment details. Strong problem-solving and time-management skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics or freight brokerage.
• Proven ability to quote freight and understand market pricing.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with carriers and internal operations teams.
• Quote freight accurately and competitively based on market conditions and shipment requirements.
• Negotiate rates and secure capacity to ensure profitable and reliable shipments.
• Book and manage truckload and expedite freight.
• Enter and maintain shipment details within the Transportation Management System (TMS).
• Communicate proactively with drivers, dispatchers, and customers to ensure on-time delivery.
• Identify and resolve issues quickly to keep freight moving without disruption.

Skills

Freight brokerage

Carrier relations

Market pricing

Time management

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Job description

Express Logistics is currently hiring a Freight Broker to join our fast-paced and growing transportation team. This role is ideal for a driven professional who thrives in a high-pressure environment, enjoys problem-solving, and excels at building strong relationships with carriers and internal teams. You will play a critical role in moving freight efficiently across the U.S. and Canada.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with carriers and internal operations teams
• Quote freight accurately and competitively based on market conditions and shipment requirements
• Negotiate rates and secure capacity to ensure profitable and reliable shipments
• Book and manage truckload and expedite freight
• Enter and maintain shipment details within the Transportation Management System (TMS)
• Communicate proactively with drivers, dispatchers, and customers to ensure on-time delivery
• Identify and resolve issues quickly to keep freight moving without disruption

Who Succeeds in This Role:

• Experience in logistics or freight brokerage
• Proven ability to quote freight and understand market pricing
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
• Self-motivated, competitive, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Why EXPRESS?

• Opportunity to grow with an established and expanding logistics company
• Direct impact on day-to-day freight movement across North America
• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment
• Clear opportunities for long-term career growth and advancement