Recruiting Specialist

About Fusion Transport


Delivering Next-Generation Logistics Solutions


Fusion Transport offer more than 40 years of industry leading experience providing customized supply chain solutions. We are a rapidly growing >$300M+ company with nationwide presence. We are an integrated third-party logistics company, with a brokerage division, an in-house long-haul fleet, several warehouses around the country, and a retail consolidation business. We operate under three levels of services including Assets, Brokerage, and Warehousing.


Job Overview:

At Fusion, we are looking for a great Recruiting Specialist with a preferred successful track record in hiring top-performing freight brokers. The ideal candidate will possess deep 3PL industry knowledge and a keen understanding of the unique demands and qualifications necessary for success in freight brokering. This role requires a proactive, strategic approach to talent acquisition, ensuring our freight brokers meet and exceed company expectations and goals.


This is an on-site role with possibility of hybrid 1x/ week.

Office Locations:

• Westchester, IL
• Charleston, SC

Responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition Strategy:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive recruitment strategy specifically targeting freight brokers.
• Utilize industry-specific job boards, hiring platforms, and professional networks to identify and attract top talent.
• Maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates through continuous networking and relationship-building.

Candidate Sourcing and Screening:

• Source candidates through various channels, including direct sourcing and referrals.
• Conduct thorough screening interviews to assess candidates' qualifications, experience, and fit for the role.
• Evaluate candidates' understanding of freight brokering, including regulations, market dynamics, and operational challenges.

Hiring Manager Collaboration:

• Work closely with hiring managers and departmental heads to understand specific hiring needs and role requirements.
• Provide regular updates on recruitment progress and candidate status.
• Advise on market trends and competitive hiring practices to ensure a competitive edge in attracting top talent.

Interview and Selection:

• Coordinate and conduct structured interviews, utilizing behavioral and situational questions to evaluate candidates' skills and competencies.
• Assess candidates' ability to meet company expectations and contribute to achieving business goals.
• Facilitate feedback sessions with hiring teams to ensure thorough evaluation and alignment on candidate selection.

Metrics and Reporting:

• Track and analyze key recruitment metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of sourcing and hiring strategies
• Prepare regular reports on recruitment activities, including time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and quality-of-hire metrics.
• Continuously improve recruitment processes based on data-driven insights and feedback.

Qualifications :

• Minimum 1 year in the Freight/ 3PL Logistics and Transportation industries with a strong understanding of the brokerage industry & business model.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with candidates and hiring managers.
• Proficient in using ATS, LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, and other recruitment tools.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities

What we Offer:

• Competitive base salary + commission
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company provided and supplemental Life
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k)
• Career growth opportunities
• Collaborative & committed team environment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or Vietnam era or other protected veteran.