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ATLAS VAN LINES INC Freight Broker Agent in Evansville, Indiana
Freight Broker II
Freight Broker II
Job Locations US-IN-Evansville Position Type Regular Full-Time ID 2024-1548 Category Supply Chain Management / Logistics
Overview
Atlas Van Lines{rel="noopener" target="_blank"}is comprised of a family of companies that deliver transportation and related services globally through a network of quality agents and select service partners. Atlas is distinguished by agent ownership and a shared commitment to help people go new places more easily and more securely. Through a continuing emphasis on service excellence, the company has achieved extraordinary growth.
Every day we help yougo new places, with expertise in moving and logistics, bringing the world within reach.
We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our Atlas Logistics Team as a Freight Broker! The Freight Brokeris responsible for handling the day-to-day operations within Atlas Logistics that are moderately complex. Scheduling and tracking shipments, keeping all systems updated, carrier development, negotiating with freight carriers and handling customer service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Finds coverage for booked Atlas Logistics TL shipments with a focus on transportation buy rate and profitability. Keeps taps on market trends and rates. Knowledge of different levels of freight and pricing is a must.
- Keep systems updated with correct and current data: TMW, Atlas Net, etc.
- Locate and sign-up new carriers and brokers who may provide a competitive edge to Atlas Logistics.
- Track and trace current shipments and keep customers up to date with any issues or concerns that may arise.
- Works closely with STG to help find backhauls for the Atlas Fleet to help reduce their deadhead, reposition equipment and bring in additional revenue to Atlas Logistics.
- Other duties may be assigned.
Your Wellness is our Focus:
- Medical, dental, and vision for employees and dependents
- Employee assistance programs focused on mental health.
- Access to a licensed therapist 24/7
- Wellness programs with employee perks
- Onsite Fitness Center and Medical Clinic
Financial Wellbeing:
- Generous 401(k) matching retirement plans
- Pre-tax savings plans, HSA and FSA
- Tuition assistance
- Employee assistance programs focused on financial wellbeing.
Flexibility and Time Off:
- Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, holidays, and disability leave.
Qualifications
What You'll Need:
- Associate's degree in Supply Chain and Logistics, Business Management, or related field.
- 0-4 years' job-related experience and/or a combination of both education and experience are required.
- Excellent reasoning ability
- Effective problem-solving, organizational, analytical, oral and communication skills
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, agents, and other outside organizations.
- Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
Our Promise to You:
We want you to grow with us, so we are committed to the continuous development of our employees. We offer free online training courses through our modern learning and development platform along with a company-wide mentorship program, internal employee organizations, tuition reimbursement and many other opportunities for personal growth.
*Atlas is an EO employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.
*Benefits may vary by position and/or office location