Freight Broker

Position Overview

At Conectiv Supply Chain Solutions (SCS), we specialize in delivering seamless, end-to-end supply chain solutions that propel your business forward. With a strong presence in Guadalajara, Nashville, Memphis, Poland, Australia, and Mexicali, our global capabilities allow us to execute third-party logistics (3PL) solutions with precision and efficiency. We leverage decades of proven expertise to tailor and scale solutions that meet the unique needs of your business, ensuring streamlined operations and exceptional customer satisfaction. Our journey from our roots in optical disc manufacturing to our current leadership in logistics innovation – encompassing warehousing, transportation, advanced automation and flexible operations – reflects our commitment to redefining industry standards.

Mission: Leveraging our diverse background and expertise, our Executive Leadership Team drives Conectiv’s ambition through innovation, operational excellence, and inclusion. We empower our teams across geographies and business units, fostering a culture where authenticity and respect are paramount. Check us out at https://www.conectiv-scs.com/.

Location: Guadalajara, Nashville, Memphis, Poland, Australia, Mexicali

Key Responsibilities

• Prospect and develop carrier relationships.
• Negotiate market competitive transportation pricing to support customer shipping requirements.
• Ensure customer shipments are executed to both CGL’s and the customer’s service level requirements.
• Collaborate with CGL Sales, Account Management, and Carrier Relations to maximize the profitability of the brokerage operation.

Required Qualifications

• Experience Required: 2-3 years relevant experience, including a minimum of 6 months – 1 year in a high-volume 3rd party logistics or Truckload Brokerage/Freight Operation environment.
• Strong PC skills including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), web-based and Windows-based software, and the ability to quickly learn transportation management software (TMS).
• Energetic, flexible, collaborative, and proactive approach to work.
• Ability to think quickly on your feet, overcome challenges and push forward.
• Exceptional written, oral, and interpersonal skills with the capability to communicate effectively across all organizational levels.
• Proven ability to negotiate and broker truckloads for maximum profit while ensuring necessary service to customers.
• Experience managing difficult or emotional customer situations and responding promptly to customer needs.
• Ability to prospect leads through heavy cold calling, build a sustainable pipeline, and manage carrier accounts to drive retention and growth.
• Demonstrated capability in managing, developing, building, and securing successful shipping and carrier relationships.
• Proficiency in actively monitoring transportation market conditions with emphasis on trends, events, and factors impacting pricing.
• Skilled in negotiating and formulating competitive, profitable rates, managing trip assignments, and handling rate confirmations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, logistics, or transportation preferred or equivalent relevant experience.

Benefits & Perks

• A culture of innovation, collaboration, and teamwork.
• A safe and clean work environment.
• Training and opportunities to grow within the company.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits with comprehensive coverage and low premiums.
• 401k match and life insurance provided at no cost to employees.