Freight Agent

4Leaf Services

. Build and manage relationships with shippers and qualified freight carriers .

Posted 11/8/2026contractRemote • Idaho • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in freight brokerage, including negotiation of rates, management of shipper relationships, and oversight of the full freight lifecycle. Proficient in utilizing freight brokerage technology and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.

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Freight Brokerage ExperienceNegotiation of Freight RatesTransportation Management Systems (TMS)Freight Lifecycle ManagementFreight Brokerage Compliance

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Hard Skills

Freight BrokerageRate NegotiationFreight Lifecycle ManagementFreight Claims HandlingFraud Prevention in Freight Brokerage

Soft Skills

Relationship ManagementProblem SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Transportation Management Systems (TMS)Load BoardsSalesforceHubSpotCarrier Verification Platforms

Industry Keywords

Freight Brokerage ComplianceBroker-Carrier ResponsibilitiesInsurance RequirementsFull TruckloadLTLReeferFlatbedDrayageSpecialized Freight

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and manage relationships with shippers and qualified freight carriers
Negotiate competitive rates and terms while maintaining profitable freight transactions
Coordinate and track shipments to ensure timely, accurate delivery performance
Resolve transportation delays, claims, and service issues with all stakeholders
Grow an independent book of business using company technology and support
Connect shippers with qualified carriers and manage freight from initial booking through final delivery
Help create reliable outcomes for customers across a range of shipping needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Prior experience in freight brokerage, with a strong understanding of how to generate freight and negotiate freight rates
An established, active, and transferable book of business, along with established direct shipper relationships
Experience overseeing the full freight lifecycle from booking through delivery
Hands-on experience using freight brokerage technology, including load boards, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), carrier verification platforms, and customer relationship management tools
Comfort working across major freight modes and types, including full truckload, LTL, reefer, flatbed, drayage, and specialized freight
Strong working knowledge of freight brokerage compliance, including broker-carrier responsibilities, insurance requirements, and transportation compliance procedures
Experience with fraud prevention in freight brokerage, including recognizing and preventing double brokering, carrier identity theft, fraudulent dispatchers, cargo theft, and suspicious changes to carrier contact or payment information
Experience handling freight claims, cargo damage, shortages, delivery discrepancies, and related documentation and communication
Availability to coordinate shipments across Eastern, Central, Mountain, and Pacific time zones as required by the customer base, and readiness to respond to urgent shipment issues outside standard business hours when needed
Preferred: 2+ years of experience as an Independent Freight Agent, Freight Broker, or Freight Sales Representative
Preferred: Experience using DAT and Truckstop for sourcing carriers, posting loads, negotiating rates, and monitoring freight market conditions
Preferred: Experience using McLeod, MercuryGate, Aljex, or similar TMS platforms
Preferred: Experience using Highway, Carrier411, RMIS, or similar tools for carrier onboarding, verification, and fraud prevention
Preferred: Experience using Salesforce, HubSpot, or other CRM platforms to manage shipper relationships, sales pipelines, customer outreach, and freight opportunities
Preferred: Availability for occasional weekend communication or load monitoring based on active shipments and customer requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

AIGentech™ Technology Platform with AI Load Building, In-System Bidding, Carrier Monitoring, Dynamic Pricing, Real-Time Tracking, Document Control, and Quick Pay options
Full Back-Office Support including billing, invoicing, compliance, and administrative workflows
Fully Remote work environment
Access to a Digital TMS and National Carrier Network