1099 Freight Agent

This is a remote position.

Job Title: 1099 Freight Agent / Independent Freight Broker
Employment Type: 1099 Independent Contractor
Location: Remote Position Overview

A growing transportation and logistics organization is seeking experienced 1099 Freight Agents and Independent Freight Brokers to build and scale domestic and international freight business. This is a performance-driven opportunity for professionals who understand how to generate margin, control execution, and grow accounts independently.

This is not a plug-and-play brokerage seat. The focus is on disciplined operators who understand freight economics, pricing strategy, and long-term account ownership.

A book of business is preferred but not mandatory. Proven freight exposure is non-negotiable.

Key Responsibilities
- Prospect, develop, and close new freight opportunities across domestic and international lanes

- Build long-term customer relationships and expand wallet share

- Quote freight lanes, negotiate carrier rates, and protect margin

- Manage shipments cradle-to-grave or leverage internal operations support

- Collaborate with carrier partners, steamship lines, airlines, and 3PL providers

- Maintain shipment visibility and accountability with customers

- Own revenue performance, pipeline discipline, and long-term growth trajectory

Requirements

- Proven background in freight brokerage, freight forwarding, or asset-based logistics sales

- Strong understanding of freight lanes, capacity cycles, pricing strategy, and margin protection

- Ability to self-generate business with minimal oversight

- Comfortable operating independently within a 1099 structure

- High accountability and commercial maturity

- Strong negotiation and relationship management skills

Originally posted on Himalayas