BROKERAGE - Rep, Brokerage Operations
Des Plaines, IL, United States2w ago
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- Location
- Des Plaines, IL, United States
- Work style
- Hybrid
- Level
- Mid level
- Experience
- 2–5 yrs
- Function
- Operations & Strategy
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- 2w ago
Skills
transportation management
About the role
Position OverviewAs a Brokerage Operations Representative, you will be responsible for building and growing relationships with truckload carriers within CJ Logistics Brokerage. You will be responsible for covering loads with vetted carriers, ensuring profitability and service.Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities
Use industry experience to attract, develop, and grow relationships with truckload carriers
Learn, follow, and suggest improvements to processes and systems
Negotiate and manage spot rates, contracts, terms and renewals with carriers and send for approval to the manager
Leverage CJ technology suite to negotiate competitive pricing, drive automation, and create efficiencies for carrier partners
Maintain consistent communication with carriers to manage customer expectations and timely delivery
Perform other related job duties as required, within the scope of training and expertise
Perform other related job duties as assigned or required.
Required Qualifications
2+ years of experience in a carrier sales or brokerage operations & management
Experience with rate negotiations and load execution
Experience working in a Transportation Management System (TMS)
Experience working with Mercury Gate TMS, DAT, Four Kites, Convoy for Brokers, Google
Ability to persuade, motivate, influence and negotiate with carriers
Preferred Experience working with Mercury Gate TMS, DAT, Four Kites, Convoy for Brokers, Google Office & Trucker Tools
Successful candidates in this role will have experience work in in a brokerage/spot environment, with an entrepreneurial mentality
Preferred Qualifications
Office and Trucker Tools, preferred
Physical RequirementsThis is largely a sedentary role requiring the physical ability to:
Sit for prolonged periods of time at a desk while working on a computer
Use hands and fingers to operate a keyboard, mouse, and telephone
Speak and hear clearly in person, virtually, and over the phone
Occasionally stand, walk, reach, stoop, or lift up to 10 pounds
Work EnvironmentThis position operates in a professional office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment, such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and printers.The work environment is typically quiet to moderate in noise level and is climate controlled.Location/Remote EligibilityThis is a hybrid role based out of our Des Plaines, IL office. Regular, on-site presence is required (4) days per week or as otherwise directed by the company.ScheduleWork hours may vary by shift assignment and may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on business needs.
Use industry experience to attract, develop, and grow relationships with truckload carriers
Learn, follow, and suggest improvements to processes and systems
Negotiate and manage spot rates, contracts, terms and renewals with carriers and send for approval to the manager
Leverage CJ technology suite to negotiate competitive pricing, drive automation, and create efficiencies for carrier partners
Maintain consistent communication with carriers to manage customer expectations and timely delivery
Perform other related job duties as required, within the scope of training and expertise
Perform other related job duties as assigned or required.
Required Qualifications
2+ years of experience in a carrier sales or brokerage operations & management
Experience with rate negotiations and load execution
Experience working in a Transportation Management System (TMS)
Experience working with Mercury Gate TMS, DAT, Four Kites, Convoy for Brokers, Google
Ability to persuade, motivate, influence and negotiate with carriers
Preferred Experience working with Mercury Gate TMS, DAT, Four Kites, Convoy for Brokers, Google Office & Trucker Tools
Successful candidates in this role will have experience work in in a brokerage/spot environment, with an entrepreneurial mentality
Preferred Qualifications
Office and Trucker Tools, preferred
Physical RequirementsThis is largely a sedentary role requiring the physical ability to:
Sit for prolonged periods of time at a desk while working on a computer
Use hands and fingers to operate a keyboard, mouse, and telephone
Speak and hear clearly in person, virtually, and over the phone
Occasionally stand, walk, reach, stoop, or lift up to 10 pounds
Work EnvironmentThis position operates in a professional office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment, such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and printers.The work environment is typically quiet to moderate in noise level and is climate controlled.Location/Remote EligibilityThis is a hybrid role based out of our Des Plaines, IL office. Regular, on-site presence is required (4) days per week or as otherwise directed by the company.ScheduleWork hours may vary by shift assignment and may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on business needs.