What are the responsibilities and job description for the Freight Broker position at S & S Transport, Inc.?
Since 1981, we have been a family-owned logistics and warehousing company dedicated to moving freight with care, precision, and reliability. With headquarters in Grand Forks, ND, and terminals in Milton, WI and Anniston, AL, we continue to grow and are seeking a dynamic Logistics Manager to join our team.
As a Logistics Manager, you will serve as a critical link between company leadership, dispatchers, drivers (carriers), and customers. This role blends sales, operations, and supply chain planning, with a focus on ensuring the right freight is matched with the right carrier at the right time and price. You will lead logistics operations, support brokerage activities, and drive both revenue growth and operational efficiency. Pay is based on experience.
Logistics Manager Key Responsibilities:- Manage day-to-day logistics operations, ensuring efficient shipping and receiving processes
- Lead and grow company freight brokerage operations
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with carriers and customers
- Negotiate competitive rates with carriers while meeting customer service expectations
- Coordinate and oversee shipment execution, including accurate load confirmations and status updates
- Monitor and communicate shipment progress to internal teams and customers
- Evaluate workflows and recommend process improvements to increase efficiency and profitability
- Provide pricing insights and feedback to leadership to guide rate strategies
- Create and manage project plans, budgets, and timelines
- Ensure compliance with carrier screening and company policies
- Lead, supervise, and support logistics team members, including training new hires
- Collaborate with team members to share capacity and support overall operations
- Strong background in logistics, transportation, or supply chain management (brokerage/dispatch experience preferred)
- Sales experience and strong negotiation skills
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
- Strong communication skills with a customer-focused mindset
- Competitive, innovative, and results-driven approach
- Competitive pay based on experience with performance-based increases
- Quarterly bonus opportunities
- Health, dental, and vision insurance (including plans with $0 deductible options)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off starting on Day 1
- Paid Holidays
The pay provided is not indicative of S & S’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors.
For more information, please contact Susan at 7014022033.