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Kati Kuber

Chicago,IL

Summary

Dynamic Senior Freight Broker with a proven track record at Traffic Tech, excelling in freight negotiation and shipment tracking. Adept at fostering carrier relationships and implementing best practices, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency. Recognized for outstanding problem-solving abilities and delivering exceptional customer service in high-pressure environments.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Freight Broker

Traffic Tech
Chicago, IL
05.2024 - 05.2025
  • Adjusted work methods and strategies to meet daily changing priorities and deadlines.
  • Exceeded specific team goal by partnering with staff to share and implement best practices.
  • Estimated freight and postal rates to track shipment costs and weights.
  • Communicated with drivers and warehouse personnel to expedite loading and unloading processes.
  • Tracked shipment progress using GPS technology or other tracking systems.
  • Followed company policies and procedures for handling hazardous materials.
  • Monitored shipments for on-time delivery and communicated status updates to customers.
  • Provided excellent customer service by resolving issues related to shipment discrepancies.

Freight Broker

Schneider Logistics
Chicago, IL
01.2023 - 09.2023
  • Developed relationships with freight carriers to negotiate competitive rates and services.
  • Provided customer service by responding promptly to inquiries and resolving any issues that arose.
  • Coordinated the entire shipping process, from pick-up to delivery of goods.
  • Monitored shipments for on-time delivery and communicated status updates to customers.
  • Researched new carriers that could provide cost savings or improved services.
  • Negotiated rates based on current market trends.

Customer Ops Assistant

American Tranpsort Group LLC
Chicago, IL
09.2017 - 01.2020
  • Built manifests to execute pick up and drop off details. Scheduled delivery appointments with each location.
  • Cross referenced paperwork and made monetary adjustments for billing purposes. Tracked drivers and carriers to haul freight.
  • Maintained relationships with our drivers and customers providing the best service possible.
  • Reviewed, identified, updated, and prioritized strategic initiatives to provide comprehensive support to senior leadership.
  • Communicated with leadership teams to assist with administrative initiatives and decisions, attending weekly meetings to support policy change.

Accounting Clerk

American Transport Group LLC
Chicago, IL
05.2014 - 08.2017
  • Accurately and quickly prepared and delivered company bank statements, including statements, deposits and ledgers.
  • Processed all incoming and outgoing invoices and payments.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivables and payroll.
  • Provided key clerical and administrative support to senior accounting staff.
  • Identified, researched and resolved billing variances to maintain system accuracy and currency.
  • Generated and submitted invoices based upon established accounts receivable schedules and terms.
  • Followed up with appropriate parties to obtain prompt payments.

Team Lead Auditor

Bridgenet Solutions, Inc
Chicago, IL
08.2010 - 03.2015
  • Auditing freight companies.
  • Reviewing documents with attention to detail and accuracy to ensure that all documents matched.
  • Led comprehensive audits in a project management capacity.
  • Assessed and managed risk and made recommendations on improving internal controls.
  • Gill Brokerage Firm/chicago board of trade.

Floor Clerk/Phone Clerk

R.J. O’brien at Chicago board of trade
Chicago, IL
03.2005 - 04.2010
  • Data entry in CAT.
  • Electronic trade check.
  • Trained other RJO employees on CAT system and Floor Clerk responsibilities.
  • Checked trades for brokers.

Education

High School Diploma -

St. Barbara High School
Chicago, Il
05.2009

Skills

  • Freight negotiation
  • Shipment tracking
  • Rate estimation
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Carrier relationship management
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem solving
  • Cold calling
  • Continuous improvement
  • Excellent communication
  • Documentation verification
  • Route planning
  • Rate negotiation

Education and Training

other

Timeline

Senior Freight Broker

Traffic Tech
05.2024 - 05.2025

Freight Broker

Schneider Logistics
01.2023 - 09.2023

Customer Ops Assistant

American Tranpsort Group LLC
09.2017 - 01.2020

Accounting Clerk

American Transport Group LLC
05.2014 - 08.2017

Team Lead Auditor

Bridgenet Solutions, Inc
08.2010 - 03.2015

Floor Clerk/Phone Clerk

R.J. O’brien at Chicago board of trade
03.2005 - 04.2010

High School Diploma -

St. Barbara High School

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