Freight Broker-Logistics Job at DUVAL Ford Government, Jacksonville, FL

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  • DUVAL Ford Government
  • Jacksonville, FL

Job Description

Duval Ford is seeking a motivated Freight Broker / Logistics Specialist for our new in -house freight brokerage division, Duval Fleet Logistics, responsible for developing new freight brokerage business while managing daytoday logistics operations. This role combines sales, prospecting, carrier sourcing, and freight coordination to move automotive shipments and other freight efficiently and profitably. The ideal candidate will be entrepreneurial, highly organized, and comfortable working in a fastpaced logistics environment where they are responsible for both generating freight opportunities and executing shipments from pickup through delivery. Key Responsibilities Sales & Business Development

  • Prospect and develop new shipper relationships through cold calling, email outreach, networking, and industry contacts
  • Build and manage a pipeline of freight opportunities across automotive, commercial fleet, and general freight sectors
  • Generate and negotiate freight quotes with shippers
  • Maintain ongoing relationships with customers to secure repeat business
  • Identify opportunities to expand Duval Fleet Logistics’ transportation services
Freight Brokerage Operations
  • Source and vet qualified carriers to cover freight shipments
  • Negotiate rates with carriers and secure capacity for shipments
  • Coordinate pickup and delivery scheduling between shippers and carriers
  • Track shipments from dispatch to delivery and proactively resolve issues
  • Maintain communication with customers and carriers regarding shipment status
  • Ensure proper documentation including rate confirmations, bills of lading, and delivery receipts
Automotive Logistics Coordination
  • Manage transportation of vehicles including dealership transfers, fleet deliveries, and commercial vehicle shipments
  • Coordinate transport providers for vehicle shipments including hotshots, car haulers, and commercial carriers
  • Ensure vehicles and freight are transported safely and efficiently
Administrative & Compliance
  • Maintain accurate shipment records and load tracking in logistics systems
  • Verify carrier insurance, safety ratings, and compliance documentation
  • Assist with billing, rate verification, and shipment documentation
  • Monitor carrier performance and maintain strong carrier relationships

QUALIFICATIONS

Required
  • 1+ years experience in freight brokerage, logistics coordination, or transportation sales
  • Strong sales, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to manage multiple shipments simultaneously
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • Strong organizational and time-management abilities
Preferred
  • Current book of business, shipper relationships, warm prospects
  • Experience with automotive logistics or vehicle transport
  • Knowledge of freight brokerage systems or TMS platforms
  • Existing shipper or carrier relationships
  • Experience working in a high-volume brokerage or logistics environment
Key Skills
  • Freight brokerage sales
  • Carrier sourcing & negotiation
  • Load planning & dispatch
  • Customer relationship management
  • Shipment tracking & problem resolution
  • Automotive logistics knowledge
Duval Fleet offers a full suite of benefits to include but not limited to: closed Sundays, paid time off, medical , dental, retirement savings and award winning wellness programs. All applicants are required to demonstrate the ability to pass all pre-employment testing to include: background checks, motor vehicle check and pre-employment drug test and be able to present a valid driver's license. EOE/Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Job Tags

Full time

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