Freight Agent (Independent Contractor)
primary companiesBrillion (WI)
Freight Agent (Independent Contractor)
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primary companiesBrillion (WI)
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Junior
About the role
Freight Agent Opportunity Primary Freight is a freight brokerage with eight agent branches across the United States. As part of Primary Companies, we work alongside our asset based trucking operations, pallet manufacturing, and sawmill divisions to offer customers complete logistics solutions. We are looking for experienced Freight Agents to join our network as independent contractors. This is a 1099 contract position, not a W2 employee role, and compensation is 100% commission with no base pay. We state this upfront because this structure works best for agents who already have freight experience and an existing or transferable book of business. As a Freight Agent, you bring your customer relationships and book the freight. Primary Freight provides the back office, technology, insurance, and carrier network so you can focus on moving loads and growing your accounts. Day to Day Responsibilities Prospect and contact potential shipping customers to build client relationships Quote, book, and manage shipments from pickup through delivery Negotiate rates with carriers and customers Track loads and communicate proactively with shippers and carriers Complete shipment documentation and resolve transit issues as they arise What Primary Freight Provides Cargo and liability insurance coverageDAT load posting access and Truckstop login Carrier onboarding and tracking software with access to 40,000+ vetted carriers Company email, TMS access, and LTL portal accessEDI and customer portal capability Customer invoicing, collections, and back office support Orientation, training, and support transitioning existing customers Fast carrier setup for new contracts
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience in freight brokerage, logistics, or transportation (required)
- An existing or transferable book of business, or demonstrated ability to build one
- Working knowledge of freight brokerage operations and carrier negotiation
- Strong communication, negotiation, and problem solving skills
- Background in customer service and account management
How Pay Works This role operates on a revenue share model. You keep a percentage of the gross margin on every delivered load. Primary Freight's share covers the services we provide on your behalf, including insurance, TMS and load board software, carrier vetting and onboarding, customer invoicing, collections, and back office support. There are no fees, no startup costs, and nothing to purchase. You are never charged for the tools or support.
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