Freight Agent

About the Role

An Independent Freight Agent builds and manages a personal book of business under established authority, focusing on sales and customer relationships. Backed by extensive experience in temperature-controlled transportation, the role offers flexibility across freight markets with back-office support provided.

Responsibilities

• Prospect, develop, and manage freight accounts across the Eastern U.S.
• Match shipper freight with carrier capacity using the company’s network and asset division.
• Maintain long-term relationships with customers, leveraging expertise in temperature-controlled freight.
• Negotiate rates and service agreements with shippers and carriers.
• Proactively communicate on load status, issues, and solutions.
• Operate independently while collaborating with support teams.

Requirements

• Experienced freight brokers or sales professionals with an existing book of business.
• Entrepreneurs and self-starters with brokerage or fleet operations experience.
• Relationship-driven mindset with a focus on long-term partnerships.

Pay

The role offers commission-based earnings with no cap, a sign-on bonus for qualified operators, and access to capacity options without MC authority or load board fees.

Additional Details

The position emphasizes independence, growth in unsaturated markets, and specialization in temperature-controlled freight.