Freight Broker

Burnaby, BC, Canada

Job Description


Are you a transportation and sales professional looking for your next opportunity?

We are hiring a sales-driven Freight Broker in Surrey, B.C.!

About Us

Located in Surrey, British Columbia, we specialize in over-the-road truck and inter-modal freight service throughout North America. Our team of professionals has over 100 years of transportation management experience. We pride ourselves as a collaborative and forward-thinking employer and want employees to continue to build their skillsets and careers with our company.

We are an award-winning third-party logistics company \xe2\x80\x93 and we\xe2\x80\x99re growing rapidly! We are looking for a motivated sales hunter to join our team as a Freight Broker.

About the Role

Our team of Freight Brokers play a critical role in identifying leads, closing deals, and positioning us an industry leader. As a Freight Broker, your key areas of focus include: * Quote Over the Road LTL and Truckload Freight

  • Supply competitive shipping quotes to existing clients and new prospects
  • Negotiate LTL and Truckload spot rates with carriers and vendors
  • Generate positive relationships with all customers, prospects and carrier vendors
  • Maintain margin goals and quote targets set by the company
  • Customer Outreach
  • Source new sales opportunities through our databases for cold calls and emails
  • Identify inactive shippers and liaise with Operations & Sales to contact them
  • Team with Operations and Sales to build pipeline, close deals and achieve sales targets
  • Nurture Leads & Follow Up
  • Send qualified opportunities to the appropriate broker or salesperson
  • Research accounts, identify key players and generate interest
  • Maintain and expand your database of prospects within your territory
  • Manage customer loyalty points program
Your Qualifications
  • Knowledge of the North American over the road trucking market (LTL, Truckload, flatbed, dry van, temp control, intermodal, etc.).
  • 2+ years\xe2\x80\x99 experience dispatching for over the road trucking or in the 3rd Party Logistics industry.
  • Proven sales & negotiation skills with the ability to influence others.
  • Knowledge and application of sales techniques (Sales cycles, prospecting, closing techniques, relationship management, etc.).
  • Computer proficiency, including MS Office (Word, Outlook and Excel) and dispatch management programs (Tailwind, TMW, Axion, etc.).
  • Demonstrated customer service skills with a friendly and positive attitude.
  • Entrepreneurial spirit with motivation to set and exceed goals.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to multitask, manage time effectively and prioritize tasks as needed.
Your Benefits

We know that our great team is the reason behind our continued success! As Freight Broker, you will work closely with our leadership team and be part of a supportive team of talented Sales and Operations professionals.

Here are some other great benefits you can expect:
  • Competitive compensation to support your financial goals.
  • Group medical and dental benefits to take care of you and your family.
  • Comprehensive sales training platform for our sales and operations teams.
  • RRSP matching.
  • Flex health spending account and physical wellness subsidy.
  • Tuition reimbursement to support your growth.
  • Opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive environment.
  • Fun and inclusive office culture.
  • Flexible working arrangements available.
Does this sound like the right opportunity for you? We\xe2\x80\x99re excited to hear from you!

Apply today with your resume.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2235533
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Burnaby, BC, Canada
  • Education
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