Freight Agent (Independent Contractor)

Company Description

PowerHouse Logistics LLC, founded in 2018, is a North American freight agency and trucking company committed to simplifying and enhancing supply chains. Leveraging technology and a customer-centric approach, we provide tailored logistics solutions, including full truckload, LTL, and specialized freight, ensuring cost efficiency and reliability. Partnered with Armstrong Transport Group since 2022, we combine boutique agency service with the resources of a leading logistics network, offering 24/7 support and real-time tracking. With the launch of our own asset division in 2025, we now deliver unparalleled flexibility, reliability, and control for our clients’ logistics needs. At PowerHouse Logistics, we prioritize building long-term relationships while delivering expert freight solutions.

Role Description

We are seeking a motivated Freight Agent (Independent Contractor) for a full-time, commission based, remote role. As a Freight Agent, you will be responsible for managing client accounts, developing and maintaining relationships with shippers and carriers, negotiating freight rates, coordinating transportation services, and ensuring timely delivery of freight. You will also provide superior customer service, monitor shipment progress, resolve issues proactively, and ensure all operations align with compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Sales and negotiation skills to secure competitive freight rates and build relationships with prospects, clients and carriers.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills to manage multiple shipments and client accounts effectively.
• Communication and customer service abilities to provide support, understand client needs, and resolve issues promptly.
• Proficient in logistics technology platforms and freight management systems; familiarity with tracking tools is a plus.
• Independent self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to work remotely while meeting performance goals.

Requirements:

• Minimum 1-year experience in logistics, supply chain management, or transportation, highly encouraged
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to maximize income on a commission basis (no limit on earnings potential)
• Proficiency in using logistics software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations
• Must possess a strong sense of integrity and honesty
• Must possess your own home office (work from anywhere) including computer hardware, phone and internet
• Confident decision-making skills
• Strong time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to multitask
• Exceptional written communication skills
• Customer service oriented
• High school diploma or equivalent; a Bachelor's degree in logistics, business, or related field is a plus

Responsibilities:

• Perform a minimum of 50 cold calls per day (strong leads are provided)
• Tracking and documenting relevant activities
• Use CRM to identify, call, and track prospects
• Manage your book of Customers; maintain & develop your existing accounts and prospect for new accounts
• Effectively maintain a pipeline to generate revenue to meet or exceed goals and expectations
• Professional collaboration and coordination with shippers, carriers, and dispatchers
• Understand market trends and conditions to offer competitive solutions to our customers
• Negotiate price and cost of carrier services
• Ability and desire to provide exceptional service to customers and carriers by taking ownership of shipments through their entire lifecycle

Freight Broker/Agent’s Receive:

• High percentage commission splits with weekly payout (no waiting on the customer to pay PowerHouse Logistics first)
• Dedicated support staff
• Back-office support
• Access to ~80,000 carriers with fast set-up of new contract carriers
• Access to a qualified leads database of dormant customers
• Full visibility and generated reports to your shipments, carrier costs, customer costs as well as your commissions
• Customized CRM
• EDI and Customer Portal accessibility