A logistics broker (or freight broker) is a crucial intermediary connecting businesses needing to ship goods (shippers) with trucking companies (carriers), managing the entire process by finding suitable transport, negotiating rates, coordinating logistics, and ensuring smooth, on-time delivery, effectively acting as a transportation manager to save clients time and money. They handle complex logistics, vet carriers, solve problems like delays, and use their network and expertise to optimize freight flow, ensuring efficiency for both shippers and carriers.