Freight Broker – Independent Contractor

Express Group

. Match shippers with transportation services to transport goods and vice versa .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeRemote • GuyanaJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in broker operations, including carrier sourcing, rate negotiation, and shipment coordination, while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Proficient in maintaining accurate databases and effectively communicating with clients and transportation companies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Broker ExperienceCarrier SourcingRate NegotiationShipment CoordinationOperations Management

ATS Keywords

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills

Carrier Database ManagementFreight Delivery CoordinationJob Creation and ClosureCarrier Insurance ManagementPerformance Review Completion

Soft Skills

Outstanding People SkillsSelf-MotivatedStrong Work Ethic

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

CSEC or Equivalent

Industry Keywords

Freight DeliveryTransportation ServicesShipment TrackingPOD SubmissionClient Liaison

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Match shippers with transportation services to transport goods and vice versa
Act as liaison between clients and transportation companies
Ensure timely, cost-effective, and safe freight delivery
Negotiate rates, track shipments, and resolve issues while adhering to regulatory requirements
Locate suitable transportation carriers from origin to destination
Build carrier databases through daily prospecting based on assigned locations
Maintain carrier databases and update customer and carrier information
Create loads under the correct customer category
Accurately build and close jobs within the system
Update carrier insurance data during setup
Screen carrier reviews for unacceptable behaviors before onboarding
Follow up on carrier payments
Complete weekly carrier performance reviews and submit them to relevant personnel
Ensure carriers submit PODs within customer-specified timelines
Build manufacturer/distributor databases through daily prospecting
Communicate shipment delays or setbacks to customers to minimize escalation
Set up every driver using the required system
Ensure carriers understand shipment tracking requirements when booking loads

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years’ experience as a Broker
Operations Management experience would be an asset
5 successful passes or more at CSEC or equivalent
Diploma in a related field is preferred
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Protect company and customer information in accordance with company policies and procedures
Self-motivated and able to work independently
A strong work ethic
Outstanding people skills
Knowledge of carrier sourcing, rate negotiation, and shipment coordination