Now Hiring - Speed Global Services - Freight Broker/Carrier Sales in Buffalo, NY

Full description of the position

Speed Global Services is growing and we are adding a Freight Broker to our team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform freight services according to company and government regulations.
• Plan and coordinate pick-up and delivery schedules.
• Work with Shippers, Carriers and Dispatchers to manage the schedules.
• Track and report shipment status to customers.
• Manage multiple deliveries, process spot requests and develop new sales strategies to improve business
• Resolve freight discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Respond to customer concerns and queries professionally.
• Maintain positive and productive relationship with customers.
• Identify and contact qualified carriers for freight services.
• Negotiate contract and pricing agreements with carriers.
• Contact current and potential customers for new business opportunities.
• Maintain strong relationship with multiple carriers.
• Ensure that freight paperwork is completed and approved before transportation.

Knowledge and Skill Abilities:

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions of managers, carriers and customers.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Qualifications:

• Computer Proficiency – Microsoft Office
• Bilingual preferred, but not required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Logistics: 2 years (Preferred)
• Freight Experience: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person