Freight Broker Agent

We are a Houston-based transportation company looking to start a brokerage arm. If you are a business-minded self-starter with the industry expertise, organizational prowess, a solid book of business and a desire to build a brokerage from scratch, this is your opportunity.

Responsibilities:
- Help set up and manage a Freight Brokerage, including the administrative and compliance segments
- Develop and maintain relationships with shippers and manufacturers to secure dedicated freight volume
- Negotiate rates and contracts with shippers and carriers to ensure cost-effective transportation solutions
- Utilize transportation management systems to optimize sales, routing and scheduling
- Coordinate and track shipments to ensure on-time delivery
- Provide exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and providing updates on shipment status
- Conduct market research and analysis to identify new business opportunities
- Generate sales leads and actively pursue new business prospects

Qualifications:

• Five years of broker/agent experience in a reputable brokerage firm
• Brokerage administration experience necessary
• Familiarity with Houston-area shippers and manufacturers
• Mastery in rates and contracts negotiation
• Expertise in carrier relations
• Great customer service, relationship-building and organizational skills
• Solid book of business
• Desire and ability to build a Freight Brokerage from the ground up
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, logistics, supply chain management or a similar field desired

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Work from home

Compensation package:

• Bonus opportunities
• Commission pay

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Houston, TX 77073