Athena Logistics Inc. Hiring for Freight Broker at Orangeville, ON Full Time

Athena Logistics is looking for an experienced freight broker to serve as a liaison between carriers and our customers. Main responsibility will be making outbound prospecting communications to build and manage lead development pipeline via cold-calling, networking, e-mail/e-marketing, and utilizing Internet information sources. FULL BENEFITS AFTER A 3 MONTH PROBATIONARY PERIOD.

Responsibilities:

• Perform freight services, adhering to government and company regulations
• Create, coordinate, and manage pick-up and delivery schedules, coordinating with carriers, dispatchers, and customers
• Track and report shipment status of loads
• Book orders with carriers and assist in preparation for loading
• Provide current and prospective customers with shipping quotes
• Maintain accurate records of all activity, ensuring freight paperwork is complete and approved prior to transportation
• Resolve freight discrepancies and keep relevant parties apprised
• Respond to customer concerns and queries in a timely, professional manner
• Manage multiple deliveries and process spot requests
• Develop new sales strategies to generate leads, improve business, and develop a sales pipeline
• Identify safe carriers for freight services, develop business relationships with carrier contacts, and negotiate pricing agreements and contracts
• Maintain positive, productive relationships with customers, and contact them, as appropriate, for new business opportunities or to offer special promotions and discounts

• Stay up-to-date with emerging market trends

Necessary Skills & Qualifications:

• Two or more years of work experience in a similar role
• Familiarity with brokerage firm operations, carrier management, and broker regulations
• Proficient in TMS and other industry-specific software
• Strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving abilities
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effortlessly with customers, carriers, and dispatchers
• Exceptional negotiating skills
• Demonstrated ability to meet sales targets

Job Types: Full-time, Commission

Salary: $50,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Commission pay

Benefits:

• Work from home

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

COVID-19 considerations:
Enjoy the comfort of working from home!

Work remotely:

• Yes