About this opportunity
Kenan Advantage Group (KAG) lists this Transportation Broker opportunity in north canton, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Summary
KAG Logistics is seeking a driven, results‑oriented Cradle‑to‑Grave Logistics Broker to manage the full lifecycle of freight transactions—from prospecting and onboarding shippers to carrier sourcing, rate negotiation, dispatch, and final delivery. This role is responsible for building a book of business, maintaining strong customer relationships, and ensuring seamless execution of shipments.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced environment, excels at problem‑solving, and is motivated by performance‑based earnings.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Business Development
Prospect and develop new shipper relationships through cold calling, email outreach, networking, and referrals
Build and manage a personal book of business
Negotiate competitive freight rates with customers
Identify opportunities for growth within existing accounts
Carrier Procurement & Management
Source and vet qualified carriers
Negotiate rates to maximize margin while ensuring service reliability
Develop and maintain strong carrier relationships
Ensure all carriers meet compliance and insurance requirements
Freight Operations
Coordinate and dispatch shipments from pickup through delivery
Track loads and proactively communicate updates to customers
Troubleshoot and resolve service issues in real time
Manage documentation including rate confirmations, BOLs, PODs, and invoicing
Financial Management
Manage gross margin on each load
Accurately input load details into TMS
Assist with billing and collections as needed
Monitor profitability and KPIs
Qualifications
Must have business-to-business inside sales, and/or transferable customer account management experience
Must have a bachelor's degree
2‑5 years of freight brokerage or 3PL experience preferred
Proven ability to develop and manage customer relationships
Strong negotiation skills
Excellent verbal and written communication
Ability to multitask and manage high shipment volume
Proficient in TMS systems and Microsoft Office/Google Workspace
Highly organized and detail‑oriented
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Who can apply
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