Freight Broker (3PL Non Asset)
Job ID: 1791106
Reference Code: AY-Freight-Broker (3PL Non Asset)
- Up to $70,000
- Etobicoke, M8W 1Z7
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Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Freight Broker/Logistics Coordinator for a direct hire opportunity with a well-established 3PL brokerage in Etobicoke, ON. This fully on-site role is ideal for a logistics professional with strong LTL and FTL experience, proven carrier relationships, and a background in non-asset-based freight brokerage.
This opportunity offers a stable Monday to Friday schedule, competitive compensation, potential profitability-based bonus, and benefits including dental, extended health care, vision care, and RRSP matching. You will join a growing logistics environment where teamwork, customer service, and operational accuracy are valued. The role offers the opportunity to work closely with customers and carriers across Canada and the U.S., while contributing directly to service quality, cost efficiency, and shipment success.
As a Freight Broker/Logistics Coordinator, you will manage freight movement from quote to delivery, negotiate rates, coordinate dispatching, and support cross-border transportation requirements. This is a strong fit for someone who thrives in a fast-paced brokerage environment, works independently, and enjoys building lasting relationships with customers and carriers.
Key Responsibilities
- Broker LTL and FTL freight for Canadian and U.S. customers while ensuring timely and cost-effective shipment movement.
- Build and maintain carrier relationships, negotiate rates, secure capacity, and coordinate dispatching requirements.
- Manage local and long-haul dispatching, including rail, flatbed, reefer, inbound, and outbound freight.
- Analyze load details to optimize routing, pricing, schedules, and carrier selection.
- Coordinate cross-border shipments, maintain awareness of customs regulations, and support transportation compliance.
- Communicate regularly with customers, carriers, and internal teams to provide updates, resolve issues, and ensure service expectations are met.
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary range: $60,000 to $70,000 per year, dependent on experience.
- Potential bonus based on profitability.
- Direct hire opportunity.
- Fully on-site role in Etobicoke, ON.
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
- Dental and extended health care benefits.
- Vision care.
- RRSP matching.
Additional Skills
Required Qualifications and Skills
- Broker and coordinate LTL and FTL freight for Canadian and U.S. customers in a 3PL brokerage environment.
- Negotiate carrier rates, manage carrier relationships, and dispatch local and long-haul shipments.
- Coordinate inbound, outbound, and cross-border logistics while supporting compliance requirements.
- Use load boards, TMS tools, and freight data to quote, route, and manage shipments efficiently.
- 5+ years of experience as a Logistics Coordinator in a non-asset-based 3PL or brokerage environment.
- 3+ years of hands-on freight brokerage experience.
- Strong LTL expertise, including shipment coding, carrier relationships, quoting, and rate negotiation.
- Proficiency with LoadLink and familiarity with TMS systems and load boards.
- Experience with TruckMate software is preferred.
- Knowledge of freight classes, NMFCs, and common carrier tariffs is considered an asset.
- Strong computer skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced logistics environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a customer-focused approach.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using TruckMate software.
- Knowledge of freight classes, NMFCs, and common carrier tariffs.
- Experience coordinating rail, flatbed, reefer, and cross-border shipments.
- Established carrier relationships within Canadian and U.S. freight markets.