Freight Broker: Shipments, Carrier Negotiations

Atlas Van Lines; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness perks + onsite fitness center

Job summary

Atlas Logistics, a division of Atlas World Group, is seeking a Freight Broker to manage mid-level operations, schedule and monitor shipments, and build strong carrier relationships. This role emphasizes price optimization, data accuracy in TMW and Atlas Net, and effective communication with clients to resolve issues and support on-time delivery.

Candidates should have 2–4 years in freight brokerage or logistics, knowledge of TL/LTL pricing, and proven negotiation and scheduling skills.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years freight brokerage, transportation, or logistics operations experience.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and monitor shipments to ensure on-time delivery.
• Maintain data in TMW and Atlas Net for accuracy and efficiency.
• Identify and engage with new carriers and brokers for partnerships.
• Monitor shipment progress and communicate issues to clients promptly.
• Collaborate with the Strategic Transportation Group to optimize backhauls.

Skills

Carrier negotiation

Relationship building

Communication skills

TMS knowledge (TMW)

Shipment scheduling

Freight pricing knowledge

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Associate degree in Supply Chain & Logistics / Business

Tools

TMW (TMS)

Job description

Atlas Logistics, a division of Atlas World Group, is seeking a Freight Broker to manage mid-level operations, schedule and monitor shipments, and build strong carrier relationships. This role emphasizes price optimization, data accuracy in TMW and Atlas Net, and effective communication with clients to resolve issues and support on-time delivery.

Candidates should have 2–4 years in freight brokerage or logistics, knowledge of TL/LTL pricing, and proven negotiation and scheduling skills.