REMOTE FREIGHT BROKER - Gpac
Chicago, IL
About the Job
REMOTE FREIGHT BROKER
Our awesome client company is looking to expand their team with a talented and self-motivated freight broker. They will provide all of your equipment and software and ask that you provide an extraordinary experience for the customer. You have the potential to earn generous commissions along with a great base pay.
JOB DUTIES
- Obtaining shipping quotes from carriers and passing them on to clients
- Booking freight service through carriers for clients
- Monitoring the progress of shipments to ensure that goods arrive promptly and undamaged
- Updating customer management software to keep client records accurate
- Well-honed negotiating skills to get the best possible quotes for customers
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Familiarity with logistics software, customer relationship management software and spreadsheets
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with carriers and clients located around the world
- Proven sales skills to obtain new clients and carriers and close shipping deals
- High school diploma or GED. An associate or bachelor’s degree in business or logistics may be desirable, especially if a candidate doesn’t have previous work experience or an established network. Individuals may also earn a Certified Transportation Broker designation from the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA).
IF YOU ARE AN EXPERIENCED FREIGHT BROKER, AND AT LEAST FIVE YEARS OF EXPERIENCE, WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU. PLEASE SEND YOUR RESUME TO LINDA.POWELL@GOGPAC.COM FOR THIS AMAZING REMOTE OPPORTUNITY!
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.