Logistics Broker Agent
- $46,415 to $63,155 Monthly
- Full-Time
We are growing and looking for a Logistics Broker Agent to join our team in Naperville, IL.
Act as liaison between shippers and carriers. Find a truckload carrier in a specified region or lane, and negotiate rates and delivery terms based upon the requirements of the shipment. Consolidate freight into multiple stops using JBS cross-dock facilities.
Who are you?
You pride yourself on finding deals online, are an assertive negotiator, and have exceptional communication skills. You like working in a fast-paced environment. You enjoy working as part of a team and have experience in the Logistics industry.
Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Alternate Saturday monthly
Compensation: $46,414.90 - $63,154.70 depending on experience
Why work for us?
- Medical coverage through the LARGEST nationwide network
- HSA with a generous company match
- FREE online medical and mental healthcare for you and your immediate family
- 401k contributions upon hire with immediate company match
- 6 paid Holidays + 3 Floating Holidays
- Generous Paid Time Off accrual
- Let us thank you for your hard work quarterly incentives
- Promotion from within and long-term growth potential
- Work with a welcoming and friendly team in a fast paced and exciting environment
- The opportunity to work with a leader in the transportation & logistics industry
What does the job look like daily?
- Source and qualify carriers for a specific region or lane
- Negotiate rates and delivery terms based upon shipment requirements
- Develop relationships and solicit trucking companies
- Verify carrier documents
- High level communication with dispatch and carrier reps
- Enter accurate information into the computer on a timely basis so that bill is released ASAP to assist sales reps.
- Use quoting and truck finding tools, DAT, PC Mile, and Truckstop to find carriers.
Knowledge and Skills to be successful:
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- 1+ years of transportation and Freight Broker experience is required
- Some knowledge of DOT regulation
- General knowledge of loading/unloading of trailers
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Computer software skills with proficiency in Windows based software
- Experience using DAT, PC Mile and Truck stop, preferred
JBS Logistics is a leading third-party logistics (3PL) company providing smarter supply chain connections through its transportation, shipping and distribution services. JBS Logistics helps companies more effectively manage their complex supply chain requirements with on-time delivery, brokering customized trucking, air-freight, rail and sea shipping solutions. Headquartered in Naperville, IL, JBS Logistics is a division of Minneapolis-based Stan Koch & Sons Trucking, Inc., a privately held, asset based, trucking, warehousing and leasing company.
JBS Logistics is a place to call home. / Family owned, Driver Focused.
Address
JBS Logistics & Warehousing
Naperville, ILIndustry
Transportation and Storage
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