Job Description
Job Title: Freight Broker
Location: South Plainfield, NJ
Type: Full-Time
Industry: Third-Party Logistics (3PL) / Freight Brokerage
About Us:
We’re a fast-growing, service-driven 3PL headquartered in South Plainfield, NJ. We specialize in full truckload, LTL, intermodal, and expedited freight solutions across North America. Our mission is simple: deliver seamless, reliable logistics support to our clients while building a high-performance, entrepreneurial culture for our team.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a Cradle-to-Grave Logistics Broker with an established book of business who is looking for a home base to scale and thrive. In this full-desk role, you’ll own the freight process end-to-end—prospecting, selling, booking, tracking, and servicing your clients. You’ll have the autonomy of an independent agent with the support and infrastructure of a growing 3PL.
What You’ll Do:
- Freight Coordination: Arrange transportation and manage the movement of freight from origin to destination.
- Carrier Sourcing: Identify and qualify carriers, negotiate rates, and secure capacity for shipments.
- Relationship Management: Build and maintain relationships with shippers and carriers to ensure repeat business and foster long-term partnerships.
- Rate Negotiation: Negotiate rates with carriers and ensure competitive pricing for shippers.
- Documentation and Compliance: Prepare shipping documents, contracts, and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
- Problem Resolution: Address and resolve issues related to transportation delays, freight damage, and other logistics challenges.
- Tracking and Reporting: Monitor shipment progress, provide updates to clients, and maintain accurate records of all transactions.
- Market Analysis: Keep abreast of market trends, industry developments, and competitive landscape to provide strategic insights.
What We’re Looking For:
- 2+ years of experience in freight brokerage (3PL preferred).
- Proven book of business with existing shipper relationships.
- Strong understanding of logistics operations, including FTL, LTL, and spot market dynamics.
- Driven, entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for growing accounts and closing deals.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Local to or willing to commute to South Plainfield, NJ.
What We Offer:
- A stable, growth-focused home base in a strategically located NJ office.
- Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission structure.
- Operational and back-office support to help you scale your book.
- Access to premium TMS and carrier databases.
- Entrepreneurial culture with room for advancement and leadership roles.
- Health benefits, 401(k), and generous PTO.
Compensation: Competitive base + uncapped commission (commensurate with experience and book of business)
Ready to bring your book of business somewhere it can grow?
- Apply today and let’s build something big—together.
Job Tags
Base plus commission, Full time, Local area, Work from home,