Transportation Broker & Carrier Negotiator

Allen-Lund-Company; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive company culture

Training and Development

Competitive Compensation

Unparalleled Benefits & Wellness

401k with a generous match

Career Growth Opportunities

Transfer Opportunities

Share in Company ownership

Employee Recognition program

Job summary

Allen Lund Company is a transportation brokerage accepting applicants for Transportation Broker roles in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.Responsibilities include acquiring customers, building relationships with shippers and carriers, negotiating rates, and managing loads from pickup to delivery.

The role emphasizes service excellence, problem solving, and strong communication to ensure smooth logistics and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in freight brokerage or customer service experience.
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic team player who excels in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong customer service orientation and excellent work ethic.
• Effective negotiation and problem-solving skills, and ability to handle conflict.
• Excellent time-management skills with the ability to multitask.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Strong communication skills."

Responsibilities

• Sales & Acquisition: Contact new customers and be responsible for customer acquisitions.
• Relationship Building: Develop and increase profitable volume with existing and newly acquired shippers.
• Consultation: Use relationships to understand customer's business and identify solutions.
• Service Excellence: Deliver exceptional customer service.

Skills

Freight brokerage

Customer service

Problem solving

Time management

Communication

Multitasking

Detail oriented

Education

College degree

Job description

Allen Lund Company is a transportation brokerage accepting applicants for Transportation Broker roles in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.Responsibilities include acquiring customers, building relationships with shippers and carriers, negotiating rates, and managing loads from pickup to delivery.

The role emphasizes service excellence, problem solving, and strong communication to ensure smooth logistics and customer satisfaction.