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Job description
National Freight BrokerStevens Transport TL, the brokerage division of Stevens Transport, is seeking to hire a National Freight Broker to solicit independent carriers to cover customer-awarded freight by negotiating profitable margins on various lanes, generate carrier sales leads and build relationships with carriers.Our Freight Brokers have strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills and a passion for sales, relationship building, and working with people. They are at the center of an unpredictable, deadline-driven environment and are expert problem-solvers and can think on their feet.Key ResponsibilitiesSelling freight to carriers over the phone and consistently making and answering 100+ calls per dayBuilding and maintaining relationships with carriers and covering 25+ loads a weekGenerating carrier sales leadsNegotiating rates with drivers for best return on gross profit per loadMonitoring shipment status, reply to e-mails, process updates and act as point of contact for carrier and customerDocumenting daily check calls in AS/400Communicating changes in load status to applicable partiesQualificationsMinimum QualificationsTimely follow-throughAbility to handle high volumes of inbound emailSolid computer skills with above average typing speed and accuracyHighly organized and communicative – must be able to interact effectively at all levels, both internally and externallyAbility to perform in an environment with rapidly changing priorities and competing deadlinesHigh degree of initiative and independent execution. You are capable of thriving as a team player but are also driven by autonomyPreferred Qualifications1+ years of carrier sales OR logistics experienceSkills and AbilitiesStrong communicationAttention to detailFollow upOrganizationComputer literacyTotal Logistics3PLBrokerageWork Experience:1+ year in logistics or carrier salesIn compliance with Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws, qualified candidates are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job-related disability, or any other protected group status.
Worksite address
dallas, TX, 75201, US
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