Company DescriptionJS & Sons Logistics keeps your business moving across North America! From the US to Canada and Mexico, we deliver speed, reliability, and trust. JS & Sons Logistics — Moving your world forward.
Job Summary:We are seeking an experienced and highly accountable Operations Manager – Freight Brokerage to lead and manage our day-to-day logistics operations at our Gurgaon, Haryana office.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of end-to-end freight brokerage operations and will be responsible for overseeing execution, managing teams, and ensuring smooth and profitable movement of freight.
This role requires a candidate who can take independent ownership of operations and manage the business with minimal supervision.
Key Responsibilities:- Oversee end-to-end freight operations including load booking, carrier sourcing, dispatch, tracking, and delivery.
- Ensure timely coverage of loads while maintaining strong margins and service quality.
- Build and manage relationships with carriers to ensure reliable capacity and competitive pricing.
- Negotiate rates with carriers and support pricing strategies with the sales team.
- Manage and lead the operations team including dispatchers and track & trace staff.
- Monitor shipments and proactively resolve issues such as delays, fall-offs, and service failures.
- Ensure proper documentation including rate confirmations, PODs, and billing coordination.
- Maintain high service levels through proactive communication with customers and internal teams.
- Track and report key operational metrics such as load coverage, margins, and on-time performance.
- Implement and improve operational processes and SOPs for efficiency and scalability.
Qualifications:- Proven experience in freight brokerage operations or a similar logistics role.
- Strong understanding of OTR (FTL/LTL), carrier sourcing, and US transportation market.
- Hands-on experience with load boards such as DAT and Truckstop.
- Excellent negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Proficiency in TMS platforms and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain, or a related field is a plus.
Preferred Skills:- Experience managing a team in a freight brokerage or 3PL environment.
- Strong carrier network and industry connections.
- Experience handling escalations and complex shipment scenarios.
- Knowledge of drayage and intermodal operations is an added advantage.
Experience:5 to 10 years
Shift Timing:US Shift (6:30 PM – 3:30 AM IST)
Location:Gurgaon, Haryana (On-site)
Note:This is a high-ownership role requiring the ability to independently manage operations and ensure smooth execution without constant supervision.