Freight Brokerage - Dayton, NJ
Core
Drayage specialist responsible for managing port operations, scheduling pick-ups/deliveries, and negotiating rates for cold chain freight brokerage.
Role type
Drayage specialist (Freight Brokerage)
Builds
Drayage and over-the-road (OTR) transportation services for internal and external clients and carriers
Domain
Logistics / Transportation / Cold Chain
Required skills
Drayage expertise, port operations knowledge, carrier relationship management, shipment tracking, scheduling, pricing strategy, negotiation, Microsoft Office proficiency, problem-solving
Preferred skills
Associate degree in business, North American port/shipyards experience, Broker platforms/TMS proficiency, advanced negotiation skills
Responsibilities
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with carriers focusing on Drayage services; Proactively research and resolve freight and billing issues; Track and trace shipments daily; Efficiently schedule pick-up and delivery appointments; Facilitate pricing strategies by engaging carriers and conducting market analyses
Seniority
Individual Contributor, mid-level specialist