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Freight Broker Agent (1099 – Commission Only)

Key Facts

Full time
English

Other Skills

  • Sales
  • Negotiation
  • Relationship Management
  • Entrepreneurship

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Active book of business with current revenue
  • Proven experience in freight brokerage (typically 2+ years)
  • Strong client relationships with portable business
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Requirements:

  • Manage and grow an existing book of business
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with shippers and clients
  • Identify and secure new business opportunities
  • Negotiate rates with carriers and customers

Job description

• Job Title: Freight Broker Agent (1099 – Commission Only)
• Location: 100% Remote — United States (Candidates must be based within the U.S.)
• Employment Type: 1099 independent contractor, commission-only
• Responsibilities:
• Manage and grow an existing book of business
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with shippers and clients
• Identify and secure new business opportunities
• Coordinate and oversee freight movement from pickup to delivery
• Negotiate rates with carriers and customers
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and service quality
• Track shipments and resolve operational issues as needed
• Collaborate with internal operations team (if applicable) or manage full cycle independently
• Compensation Structure:
• 100% commission-based (1099 independent contractor)
• Flexible commission splits based on level of independence and operational support:
• 30–40%: High operational support
• 40–60%: Standard model
• 60–70%: Cradle-to-grave / highly independent brokers
• Customizable compensation structure based on individual needs and business model
• No base salary or guaranteed income
• Requirements (Must-Have):
• Active book of business with current revenue
• Proven experience in freight brokerage (typically 2+ years, but performance-driven)
• Book of business generating approximately $20K+ monthly gross profit (preferred)
• Strong client relationships with portable business
• Ability to bring and transition customers to a new brokerage
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Key Considerations:
• Demonstrated track record of revenue generation
• High level of autonomy and entrepreneurial mindset
• Strong sales, negotiation, and relationship management skills
• Ability to operate in a commission-only environment
• No restrictive non-compete agreements impacting client portability
 
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