City Lead Operations/ Senior Logistics Manager

Job Title: Freight Broker

Department: Logistics

Location: Mohali

Shift: Night Shift

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

As a Freight Broker, you will be responsible for facilitating the transportation of goods between shippers and carriers. Your role will involve managing logistics, building relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely deliveries. This is an entry-level position ideal for individuals looking to start their careers in logistics and supply chain management.

Key Responsibilities:

Build Relationships:

Develop and maintain relationships with shippers and carriers to understand their needs and preferences.

Load Matching:

Identify and match available loads with appropriate carriers, considering factors such as capacity, routes, and pricing.

Negotiation:

Negotiate rates and terms with carriers to ensure competitive pricing while maintaining profit margins.

Documentation:

Prepare and manage necessary shipping documents, including bills of lading and contracts.

Track Shipments:

Monitor shipments throughout the transportation process to ensure timely delivery and address any issues that arise.

Customer Service:

Provide excellent customer service by communicating with shippers and carriers, addressing inquiries, and resolving disputes.

Market Research:

Stay informed about market trends, competitor activity, and industry regulations to enhance operational effectiveness.

Database Management:

Maintain accurate records in freight brokerage software and databases.

Requirements:

 Bachelor’s degree preferred.

 Proven Experience with OTR, Drayage.

 Proven experience (6+ months) as a Freight Broker, in logistics, or a similar role.

 Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

 Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work independently.

 Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Handle end‑to‑end export and import operations, including documentation, customs compliance, freight booking, shipment coordination and banking procedures, ensuring timely & accurate movement of goods.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all export documentation (Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, COA/COO, Shipping Bill, etc.) and bank submissions.
• Handle import documentation, including LC applications, E‑Way bills, indemnity bonds, and customs clearance coordination.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, CHA, shipping lines, transporters, factory staff, CFS/ICD operators.
• Track shipments, follow up on duty drawback/realization certificates, ensure compliance with trade regulations and renewal of IEC, RCMC, LUT/UIN as needed.
• Maintain accurate export/import records (physical & digital), track transaction status, and liaise with banks & clients for settlements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree (Logistics/International Trade/Related) or Diploma in Export–Import Management.
• 5–6 years hands‑on export/import operations & documentation experience.
• Strong knowledge of customs regulations, documentation, DGFT / ICEGATE procedures.
• Proficiency in MS Office and digital transaction handling.
• Excellent communication, coordination, organizational, and time‑management skills.

Company Description

First Connect Worldwide is a licensed freight broker company delivering comprehensive transportation and logistics services across the USA. Originally established with the mission to provide innovative and high-quality transportation solutions, the company is recognized for its excellent service and commitment to customer satisfaction. With over a decade of experience, First Connect Worldwide ensures safe and efficient shipping procedures regardless of shipment size or destination. Trusted by customers and associations such as The Intermodal Association of North America, the company continues to set a benchmark in logistics and freight brokerage services. A dedicated team of well-trained professionals prioritizes client needs to ensure consistent excellence in every shipment.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Senior Dispatch Coordinator located in Noida. The Senior Dispatch Coordinator will oversee daily dispatch operations, coordinate with drivers and clients to ensure timely and efficient shipment scheduling, and manage real-time updates for optimal delivery performance. Responsibilities include maintaining clear communication between teams, addressing customer inquiries, monitoring shipments, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The role involves multitasking in a fast-paced environment to meet and exceed customer expectations.

Qualifications

• Proficient Dispatching and Data Entry skills to ensure seamless scheduling and accurate record-keeping.
• Strong Communication skills and a commitment to Customer Service excellence for effectively addressing client and driver needs.
• Demonstrated ability as a Skilled Multi-tasker who can manage multiple tasks and workflows efficiently.
• Organizational and problem-solving skills to handle high-pressure scenarios and create effective resolutions.
• Familiarity with logistics operations and transportation regulations is a plus.
• Proficiency in using dispatch and logistics management software is an advantage.

• Looking for candidates with good experience in a manufacturing firm with logistics / transportation functions
• Need experience with transport cost sheet along with logistics planning.
• Basic knowledge about transport management system, different truck types, transport automation and technology is essential

• He/She will be responsible for diagnostics in transportation and focusing on zero based clean sheet costing for transportation lanes
• He/She will solve transport / logistics cost sheet in logistics domain

• Developing and communicating shipment schedules.
• Liaising with vendors and carrier services to coordinate logistics and timelines.
• Assisting customers and resolving shipment issues and complaints.
• Preparing and maintaining shipment paperwork, records, and digital databases.
• Collect shipping data from various websites/documents and enter in the database system.
• Create spreadsheets with extracted data without mistakes.
• Verify / Analyze data by comparing it to source documents, update existing data
• Performing additional duties as needed.
• Prepare daily reports/summaries and send it to Managers / TLs / Clients etc.
• Good typing/communication skills.

What you need to have: