Strategic Freight Capacity Architect

Forward Air Corp.; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase program

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Forward Air Corp. seeks a Strategic Capacity Brokerage Specialist to manage and optimize freight capacity across digital, PTL, and brokerage operations. You will procure capacity, manage digital bookings, and maintain service levels with carriers and internal teams.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, HVHR freight exposure, and on-site work in Vernon Hills, IL, with a focus on profitability and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED; degree in logistics preferred.
• 1+ year in freight brokerage, carrier sales, or logistics operations.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Experience with TMS and digital freight platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Source and secure carrier capacity for various freight modes.
• Develop carrier relationships to ensure access to capacity.
• Verify carrier identity and compliance with tools.
• Manage digital freight bookings via TMS and platforms.
• Monitor shipments and address disruptions through delivery.
• Ensure timely documentation of activity and communications.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

TMS experience

HVHR freight experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's in Logistics or Supply Chain

Tools

McLeod TMS

Highway

Carrier411

Job description

Forward Air Corp. seeks a Strategic Capacity Brokerage Specialist to manage and optimize freight capacity across digital, PTL, and brokerage operations. You will procure capacity, manage digital bookings, and maintain service levels with carriers and internal teams.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, HVHR freight exposure, and on-site work in Vernon Hills, IL, with a focus on profitability and efficiency.