Freight Broker Agent – 1099

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 :

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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
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Must provide and maintain your own business phone line (mobile or VoIP) for shipper and carrier communications

- Reliable high-speed internet connection required

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Personal computer or laptop required (capable of running modern web-based TMS, CRM, and Microsoft applications)

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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

Originally posted on Himalayas