REMOTE Account Manager- 3PL Freight Broker

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Company Description

Givens Transportation Solutions, LC (GTS) delivers innovative and cost-efficient logistics solutions. We specialize in addressing our customers' unique transportation, warehousing, and logistics needs (OTR & Drayage). Our goal is to provide comprehensive distribution support, allowing our clients to focus on their core businesses.

Role Description

**This is a remote, 1099/contract role for an account Manager. The Account Manager will be responsible for managing freight brokerage, handling customer service inquiries, and dispatching. The role requires building and maintaining client relationships, managing accounts, and ensuring timely and efficient logistics solutions for our customers. This position is cradle to grave, 1099 contracted, commission only- offering 40% commission- paid out monthly based on profit; with the ability to grow your commission percentage and build a team of your own.

Givens Transportation Solutions is looking for freight brokers who possess the following qualities:

  • Have a current customer base
  • Experience booking and covering loads
  • Experience negotiating with shippers and carriers
  • Effectively communicate via phone and email
  • This is a 1099/Contractor position

Benefits of our team include:

  • Operate under our bond - TIA $250K Performance Certified Bond-Broker.
  • Real time postings on load boards – provided at no charge.
  • Uncapped commission!
  • Quick carrier approvals – 20 minutes or less.
  • Back office support - we handle Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
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