Freight Broker/Dispatcher Job at M-OK Freight Lines, Melrose Park, IL

ZVhMTGZudFRBKzg5SW5PYVVOdjJiTUc0QWc9PQ==
  • M-OK Freight Lines
  • Melrose Park, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Freight Broker Duties and Responsibilities

  • Oversee and facilitate shipments on behalf of clients
  • Research hauling companies
  • Negotiate between clients and carriers to help secure better rates for clients
  • Arrange for transportation and provide necessary tracking information to clients
  • Work to build relationships with customers
  • Freight Broker Requirements and Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED certificate
  • 2 years of experience in a similar role or a proven track record of sales experience
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, especially Outlook

Freight Dispatcher Duties and Responsibilities

  • Coordinate the pickup, delivery, and tracking of freight orders
  • Track shipments to ensure timely delivery
  • Maintain communication with customers, carriers, and other transportation personnel
  • Monitor and update order status in the transportation management system
  • Resolve any customer issues or complaints in a timely and professional manner
  • Communicate any delays or other potential issues to the customer
  • Monitor driver hours of service and coordinate necessary breaks or rest periods
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations

Other responsibilities:

  • Maintain and report equipment mileage weekly
  • Maintain Samsara ELD system
  • Tracing loads in the ITS dispatch board
  • Posting/selling loads on DAT
  • Maintain RMIS carrier monitoring systems
  • Assist Operations Manager with any needs for the office

Freight Dispatcher Requirements and Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 2+ years of freight dispatching experience preferred
  • Strong knowledge of DOT regulations and hours of service
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills
  • Proficient in transportation management systems and other related software
  • Able to multitask and prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment

 

Job Tags

Work at office, Local area,

Similar Jobs

The Systems Group

Stick Pipe Welder - Ghent, KY Job at The Systems Group

 ...Group is looking for an energetic individual to be our next Stick Welding teammate. We are looking for someone to help with the day-to-day...  .... You must be committed to Making a Difference. Stick Pipe Welder Job Responsibilities: Lay out, position, align, and secure... 

PetSitter.com

Pet Sitter Wanted - Join Our Team As A Pet Sitter In Fallbrook, Ca Earn $20/Hour Caring For Adorable Pets! Job at PetSitter.com

 ...reliable and loving pet sitter who can care for my dogs while I'm away. The role mainly involves pet sitting and dog walking, ensuring that my furry friends are happy,...  ...should be comfortable around dogs and have experience with pet sitting, as well as dog walking. It'... 

JPMorgan Chase & Co.

Asset Management - Private Wealth Alternatives, Client Advisor, Southeast Region Job at JPMorgan Chase & Co.

 ...candidates who want to work remote. Job Description The Private Wealth Alternatives market, with an estimated $2 Trillion in assets,...  ...and presents significant opportunities for J.P. Morgan Asset Management. As a leading global asset manager, we oversee nearly $200... 

United Parcel Service

Driver Helper - Hiring ASAP Job at United Parcel Service

Deliver from the comfort of your own vehicle! As a seasonal support driver (SSD), youll deliver packages to communities and businesses from your personal vehicle. This is a friendly, physically active role, so youll need to enjoy fast-paced work, being outdoors, and safely...

RCM Healthcare Services

Behavioral Interventionist / Registered Behavior Technician Job at RCM Healthcare Services

 ...Behavioral Interventionist / Registered Behavior Technician RCM Healthcare is currently staffing Behavioral Interventionists / Registered Behavior Technicians to provide support to IEP students in the Culver City California school district to join our team for this...