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Transportation Insight, LLC

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Alliant Energy Corporation

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How much do ltl freight consultant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for ltl freight consultant in the United States is $16.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.78 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an LTL Freight Consultant do?

An LTL (Less-Than-Truckload) Freight Consultant specializes in helping businesses optimize their shipping strategies for smaller freight loads that don't require a full truck. They analyze shipping needs, negotiate rates with carriers, recommend cost-effective solutions, and provide guidance on logistics and compliance. Their expertise helps companies save money, improve delivery times, and streamline their supply chain operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an LTL Freight Consultant?

To thrive as an LTL Freight Consultant, you need a solid understanding of logistics, supply chain processes, and freight pricing, often supported by experience in transportation or logistics management. Familiarity with transportation management systems (TMS), freight rating software, and industry certifications like CTB (Certified Transportation Broker) is highly beneficial. Exceptional negotiation, customer service, and problem-solving skills set top consultants apart when working with clients and carriers. These skills and qualifications ensure you can efficiently optimize shipping solutions, build strong client relationships, and deliver cost-effective results in a competitive logistics market.

What are some common challenges faced by LTL Freight Consultants and how can they be addressed?

LTL Freight Consultants often face challenges such as managing fluctuating carrier rates, coordinating complex shipments, and meeting tight delivery deadlines. To address these, staying up to date with industry trends, maintaining strong relationships with carriers, and utilizing advanced transportation management systems can be beneficial. Effective communication with shippers and receivers also plays a key role in proactively resolving issues and ensuring customer satisfaction. Continual professional development and collaboration with team members can further enhance problem-solving abilities in this dynamic environment.

What is the difference between Ltl Freight Consultant vs Freight Broker?

AspectLtl Freight ConsultantFreight Broker
CredentialsKnowledge of LTL shipping, industry certificationsFMCSA registration, broker license
Work EnvironmentLogistics companies, freight carriersIndependent, brokerage firms
Industry UsageConsults on LTL freight solutionsArranges freight shipments between shippers and carriers

The main difference is that an Ltl Freight Consultant specializes in advising on LTL shipping options and optimizing freight solutions, often working within logistics companies. In contrast, a Freight Broker acts as an intermediary, connecting shippers with carriers to arrange freight transportation. Both roles require industry knowledge and certifications but serve different functions within the freight industry.

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Infographic showing various Ltl Freight Consultant job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,000 per year, or $16.8 per hour.

LTL Rate Analyst

Overland Park, KS • On-site

Dynamic Logistix LLC
Transportation and Warehousing • 11 - 50 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:
The Entry Level LTL Rate Analyst supports Dynamic Logistix's managed transportation clients by analyzing LTL freight rates, tariffs, and market data to drive smarter pricing, procurement, and capacity decisions. This role will partner with Sales, Operations, and Account Management to turn shipment data into measurable cost savings and service improvements.
Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Analyze LTL freight rates, NMFC classifications, fuel surcharges, and accessorial charges to support competitive, market-aligned pricing for shippers.
  • Advise LTL shippers on procurement best practices, pricing strategy, and capacity solutions to drive cost and service improvements.
  • Build and maintain rate matrices, tariff structures, and lane-specific pricing models using DLX's TMS and market intelligence tools.
  • Analyze historical and forecasted shipment data to identify trends, establish baselines, and uncover cost-saving opportunities.
  • Benchmark client pricing against market and industry standards to flag gaps, risks, and improvement opportunities.
  • Partner with customers and internal stakeholders to define scope, gather requirements, and align on deliverables and project milestones.
  • Support RFP and bid responses by preparing accurate, customer-specific pricing proposals within required timelines.
  • Resolve rating discrepancies and perform root-cause analysis in partnership with Operations and Accounting.
  • Track contract and tariff expirations, keeping pricing agreements and rating systems current.
  • Deliver clear, data-driven updates and insights to both internal teams and external customers.
  • Support enterprise LTL opportunities through consultative strategy and advanced benchmarking tools.
  • Continuously enhance pricing models, analytics tools, and reporting to support evolving customer and business needs.
  • Other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:
  • Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, modeling); experience with a TMS or pricing/quoting platform is a plus.
  • Ability to interpret large data sets and translate findings into clear, actionable recommendations
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present to internal teams and external customers.
  • Detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Exposure to multi-modal (FTL/LTL) pricing and procurement is a plus
  • Familiarity with market rate benchmarking tools (e.g., DAT, SONAR) is a plus.
  • Experience supporting RFPs or enterprise-level pricing engagements is a plus.
  • Comfort working with AI tools (e.g., Claude, ChatGPT, Copilot) to speed up analysis, reporting, or research; deep AI expertise not required, but hands-on experience is a plus.

Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field.
  • 2+ years of experience in LTL pricing, freight brokerage, transportation analytics, or a related role.
  • Working knowledge of LTL rating logic, including NMFC classifications, base rates, FAK, accessorials, and fuel surcharges.

Physical Requirements:
  • Physical dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, telephone, and office equipment; ability to access file cabinets and items stored at various levels, including overhead
  • Ability to communicate clearly and understandably in person, over the telephone, and in group settings
  • Ability to continuously operate a personal computer for extended periods of time (4 or more hours)
  • Mental acuity sufficient to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, draw valid conclusions, and make sound decisions
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Able to lift up to 15lbs at times

Dynamic Logistix is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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