Freight Broker Agent – 1099
hyre harper
📍 united states🕐 18d ago🔗 himalayas
Job Description
### This is a remote position.
We are seeking experienced **Freight Broker Agents** to join our growing brokerage. This is a **1099 independent contractor, commission-only role** designed for brokers who already have an **established book of business** and are ready to scale using modern technology and AI-enabled workflows.
As a Freight Broker Agent, you will be responsible for **bringing your existing shipper relationships**, managing freight from quote to delivery, and growing revenue using industry-leading platforms including **McLeod Software, AscendTMS, DAT, Truckstop, HubSpot, Slack and the Microsoft ecosystem**.
You will operate independently while receiving systems, automation, and operational support to maximize efficiency and earnings. There is **no cap on commissions**, and your success is directly tied to the business you bring and grow.
### Key Highlights:
* 1099 Independent Contractor (Commission Only)
* **MUST have an active book of business**
* Keep full control of your customer relationships
* We will provide access to advanced TMS, CRM, and AI tools
* Remote / Location-flexible
* Scalable opportunity for high-performing brokers
### Requirements
To be considered for this role, **all candidates must meet the following requirements**:
* **Established book of business required (non-negotiable)**
* Active shipper accounts with current or recent freight volume
* Proven experience as a **Freight Broker or Freight Broker Agent**
* Strong working knowledge of:
* DAT & Truckstop
* TMS platforms (AscendTMS preferred)
* HubSpot or similar CRM
* Ability to manage the full shipment lifecycle independently
* Experience sourcing capacity, negotiating rates, and executing freight
### **Technology, Equipment & Workspace Requirements**
* **Must provide and maintain your own business phone line** (mobile or VoIP) for shipper and carrier communications
* **Reliable high-speed internet connection required**
* **Personal computer or laptop required** (capable of running modern web-based TMS, CRM, and Microsoft applications)
* **Dedicated home office or professional workspace required** suitable for confidential customer and carrier communications
### **AI & Systems Requirements (Mandatory)**
* Proficiency with **Microsoft Outlook, Planner, SharePoint, and OneNote**
* Comfortable working with **Microsoft Copilot** and AI-assisted workflows
* Working experience using or willingness to actively use:
* Slack
* ChatGPT
* Claude AI
* Familiarity with **Apollo and/or Clay** for prospecting and data enrichment preferred
* Willingness to adopt AI-driven processes for sales, operations, and communication
### **Additional Expectations**
* Self-motivated and disciplined in a commission-only environment
* Strong communication and relationship-management skills
* Ability to maintain accurate and timely CRM and TMS records
* Operate ethically and in compliance with brokerage standards
* Responsible for own taxes, insurance, equipment, and business expenses as a **1099 independent contractor**
### Benefits
Responsible for own taxes, insurance, and business expenses as a 1099 contractor
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