Freight Broker: Optimize FTL/LTL Shipments & Carriers

Hermann Forwarding; South Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Hermann Forwarding is seeking a Freight Broker in Monmouth Junction, NJ, to coordinate FTL and LTL shipments from booking through delivery. You will build relationships with customers and motor carriers, source dependable capacity, and negotiate rates to meet service and profitability goals.

Applicant should excel at communication, negotiation, and multitasking in a fast-paced environment, with knowledge of transportation regulations and TMS tools.

Qualifications

• Experience as a freight broker, freight agent, or in a similar transportation or logistics role.
• Knowledge of FTL/LTL shipping practices and the transportation industry.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and customer-service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate FTL and LTL shipments from booking through delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and motor carriers.
• Source and secure dependable capacity to meet shipment requirements.
• Negotiate rates with customers and carriers while supporting service and profitability goals.
• Track shipments, communicate status updates, and address delays or other service issues.
• Review shipment details and documentation for accuracy.
• Use transportation management systems and other tools to manage loads and maintain records.
• Follow applicable transportation regulations and company procedures.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Customer-service

Multitasking

Transportation management systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, business, or related field

Tools

Transportation management software

Job description

Hermann Forwarding is seeking a Freight Broker in Monmouth Junction, NJ, to coordinate FTL and LTL shipments from booking through delivery. You will build relationships with customers and motor carriers, source dependable capacity, and negotiate rates to meet service and profitability goals.

Applicant should excel at communication, negotiation, and multitasking in a fast-paced environment, with knowledge of transportation regulations and TMS tools.