Truckload Freight Broker: Source Capacity & Negotiate Rates

Saia; Lancaster (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia is seeking a Logistics professional to source carrier capacity, negotiate rates, and coordinate freight movements. You will act as a liaison between customers, carriers, and internal teams to ensure efficient operations and exceptional service. The ideal candidate has 2+ years of logistics or freight brokerage experience, a high school diploma or GED, and proficiency in MS Office.

A Bachelor's degree and TMS experience are preferred. Some travel may be required, and U.S.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field.
• 2+ years of logistics, transportation, or freight brokerage experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using transportation management systems (TMS).

Responsibilities

• Negotiate transportation rates and pricing with carriers to secure cost-effective capacity solutions.
• Maintains strong relationships with customers and carriers to support service excellence and business growth.
• Sources carrier capacity to meet customer transportation requirements and support consistent lane coverage.
• Coordinates pickup and delivery schedules to ensure on-time freight movement and alignment with customer expectations.
• Communicates shipment status updates, delays, and service exceptions to customers and stakeholders.
• Maintains transportation management systems (TMS) and shipment records to support operational visibility and data accuracy.
• Resolves service issues, escalations, and shipment discrepancies in collaboration with cross-functional teams to support customer satisfaction.

Skills

Microsoft Office

TMS usage

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field

Tools

Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Job description

Saia is seeking a Logistics professional to source carrier capacity, negotiate rates, and coordinate freight movements. You will act as a liaison between customers, carriers, and internal teams to ensure efficient operations and exceptional service. The ideal candidate has 2+ years of logistics or freight brokerage experience, a high school diploma or GED, and proficiency in MS Office.

A Bachelor's degree and TMS experience are preferred. Some travel may be required, and U.S.