Contractual Freight Solutions
Long-Term Freight Reliability, Powered by Strategic Partnership
In today’s volatile logistics landscape, one thing remains constant: the need for cost stability, service consistency, and capacity assurance. Our Contractual Freight Solutions are engineered for businesses that rely on dependable freight partnerships to fuel growth, reduce risks, and meet strict supply chain deadlines.
At JBS, we don’t just sign contracts—we build freight strategies that deliver.
What Are Contractual Freight Services?
Contractual freight involves entering into a pre-negotiated, long-term freight agreement for a specific set of lanes, volumes, or service levels—typically over 6, 12, or 24 months.
Fixed or indexed pricing
Guaranteed capacity for your committed volume
Predictable service levels and dedicated lanes
Transparent performance metrics
Strategic support and continuity
When to Choose Contract Freight?
Consistent shipment volumes
Long-term shipping needs on repetitive routes
Budget forecasting and cost optimization
Scalable growth and expansion into new markets
Protection from spot market fluctuations
Whether you’re managing distribution center restocking, manufacturing logistics, eCommerce fulfillment, or retail cycles, contract freight ensures peace of mind
How We Help
● Lane mapping & historical freight analysis
● Rate stabilization through annual or multi-year pricing
● Core carrier assignments based on service history and asset availability
● Automated tendering and exception handling
● Ongoing optimization and reviews to improve route and cost performance
Industries We Support with Contract Freight
● Manufacturing & Automotive
● Food & Beverage Distribution
● Big Box Retail & eCommerce
● Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare
● Industrial Supply & Construction
Key Benefits of Our Contractual Freight Model
Stable Pricing
educe exposure to spot rate surges and seasonal spikes
Guaranteed Capacity
We lock in reliable trucks and trailers for your lanes
Performance Visibility
On-time delivery KPIs, dwell tracking & carrier scorecards
Long-Term Planning
Align transportation with business cycles & growth goals
Dedicated Support Team
Single point-of-contact for all contracted operations
Flexible Equipment
Dry Van, Reefer, Flatbed, or Mixed Fleet-your needs, your mode
Scalable Models
Adjust coverage, lanes, and volumes as your network evolves
Compliance & Standards
Full alignment with DOT, ELD, and FMCSA regulations
Smart Logistics, Built with Technology
We don’t just deliver freight—we deliver insight. Our contract clients get access to:
Real-time load tracking
EDI/API integrations
Load status dashboards
Route optimization insights
Monthly KPI & cost analytics
Freight health score reporting
Strategic Partnership Approach
● Freight Discovery – Analyze historical data, identify high-priority lanes
● Capacity Matching – Assign vetted core carriers with lane specialization
● Pricing Structure – Fixed, fuel-indexed, or volume-based rates
● Implementation Planning – Timeline, rollout, SOPs
● KPI Setup & Reporting – Establish measurable goals
● Quarterly Reviews – Continuous improvement built in
Let’s Build Your Freight Backbone
Secure your lanes. Control your freight spend. Partner with a carrier network that grows with you.
FAQs – Contract Freight
How long does a contract freight agreement typically last?
Most contracts range from 6 months to 3 years. We customize timelines based on your business cycle and network evolution.
Can we negotiate seasonal or variable volumes into the contract?
Will I have visibility into carrier performance?
Can we include accessorial charges in the rate?
Yes. We support all-in pricing or separate accessorial tracking, depending on your billing preference.
What if my freight volume grows?
