Freight Agent
Coastal Elite Pro · Croghan, NY · 1 wk ago
OTHRFull-time
About the Role
Seeking an Independent Freight Agent to build and manage a personal book of business under established authority. Focus on sales and customer relationships, while back-office support handles administrative tasks. Specializes in temperature-controlled freight with access to capacity options via an asset-based division.
Responsibilities
- Prospect, develop, and manage freight accounts across the Eastern U.S.
- Match shippers with carrier capacity using company resources.
- Build long-term customer relationships within various freight segments.
- Negotiate rates and service agreements.
- Proactively communicate load status, issues, and solutions.
- Work independently and collaborate with the support team.
Requirements
- Experience in freight brokerage or sales, with existing book of business preferred.
- Entrepreneurial mindset, self-starter, and relationship-driven.
- Ability to develop new business and manage customer relationships.
Benefits
- Full back-office support and mentorship.
- Access to capacity options without requiring MC authority.
- No load board fees, saving $1,200–$3,600 annually.
- Professional branding with company email.
- Growth opportunities in unsaturated markets.
- Specialization in temperature-controlled freight.
Pay
Competitive commission structure with no earning ceiling, and potential sign-on bonus up to $20k for qualified operators.