Full-Cycle Freight Agent

Zohorecruit; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay every Friday

AI-enabled workflows

Job summary

Blue Fox Trading, the freight brokerage arm of HYRE HARPER Co., seeks experienced agents to manage shipper accounts and book carriers across TL/LTL/spot freight. You will use AscendTMS, McLeod, DAT, Truckstop, and HubSpot CRM to drive end-to-end shipments while negotiating rates and ensuring FMCSA compliance.

This is a 1099 independent contractor role with commission-based pay. We require proven freight brokerage experience, familiarity with load boards, and strong negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Freight Broker Agent, Carrier Sales Rep, or Dispatcher
• Familiarity with DAT, Truckstop, or similar load boards
• Microsoft 365 and Slack proficiency
• Hands-on use of Claude AI, ChatGPT, or Microsoft Copilot - required
• Self-directed in a commission-only remote environment
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• FMCSA compliance and carrier vetting knowledge
• Established book of business with active shippers
• Knowledge of TL, LTL, Partial, and Spot Market freight
• AscendTMS and/or McLeod Software experience (preferred)
• TAI for OTR LTL quoting (preferred)
• HubSpot CRM or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Prospect and onboard shipper accounts; manage existing relationships
• Quote TL, LTL, Partial, and Spot Market freight via DAT, Truckstop, TAI
• Book and manage shipments in AscendTMS and McLeod; track activity in HubSpot CRM
• Source and book carriers via DAT, Truckstop, and direct outreach
• Negotiate carrier rates; verify FMCSA credentials and insurance
• Track shipments pickup through delivery; manage check calls, PODs, exceptions

Skills

Freight broker

Carrier sales

Dispatcher

Negotiation skills

FMCSA knowledge

Tools

HubSpot CRM

AscendTMS

McLeod Software

DAT

Truckstop

Claude AI

Job description

HYRE HARPER Co. is a talent acquisition partner supporting multiple companies across hospitality, healthcare, sales, and operations.

We work directly with our client partners to identify and hire professionals who align with their goals, culture, and local market needs.

When you apply through HYRE HARPER Co., you are being considered for a role with one of our client organizations. Additional details about the company and position are outlined below.

Blue Fox Trading - A HYRE HARPER Co. Affiliate

WHO WE ARE

Blue Fox Trading is a freight brokerage consultancy built around a 360-degree logistics vision. Our founder holds a degree in Third-Party Logistics and passed the Customs Brokerage Exam (license pending). We are the logistics division of HYRE HARPER Co., a full-service business operations and recruitment firm. Our agents get enterprise-grade TMS, CRM, load boards, and AI tools - all provided at no cost.

THE ROLE

This is for the freight professional who does it all. If you close shippers AND cover trucks, you earn commission on both - independently. Two separate commissions on the same load.

Not dual-role yet? Start on one side and add the other with company approval.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

• Up to 45% of Net Revenue per load at Tier 1; up to 60% at Tier 2
• No earnings cap - your book sets the ceiling
• Customs Brokerage + Freight Brokerage - one ecosystem
• Claude AI, ChatGPT & Microsoft Copilot built into daily ops
• AscendTMS, McLeod, DAT, Truckstop, TAI, HubSpot - all provided
• Weekly pay every Friday

WHAT YOU WILL DO

SHIPPER / SALES SIDE:

• Prospect and onboard shipper accounts; manage existing relationships
• Quote TL, LTL, Partial, and Spot Market freight via DAT, Truckstop, TAI
• Book and manage shipments in AscendTMS and McLeod; track activity in HubSpot CRM

CARRIER / OPS SIDE:

• Source and book carriers via DAT, Truckstop, and direct outreach
• Negotiate carrier rates; verify FMCSA credentials and insurance
• Track shipments pickup through delivery; manage check calls, PODs, exceptions

TECHNOLOGY (Required)

• Claude AI and ChatGPT for market analysis and workflow optimization

OUR STORY

Our founder built Blue Fox Trading to close a gap: one team that handles customs clearance AND domestic freight execution. No handoffs. No gaps. Clients get the full journey. Agents get enterprise infrastructure with independent contractor freedom.

REQUIRED - ALL AGENTS

• Proven experience as a Freight Broker Agent, Carrier Sales Rep, or Dispatcher
• Familiarity with DAT, Truckstop, or similar load boards
• Microsoft 365 and Slack proficiency
• Hands-on use of Claude AI, ChatGPT, or Microsoft Copilot - required
• Self-directed in a commission-only remote environment
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• FMCSA compliance and carrier vetting knowledge
• Established book of business with active shippers - non-negotiable
• Knowledge of TL, LTL, Partial, and Spot Market freight
• AscendTMS and/or McLeod Software experience (preferred)
• TAI for OTR LTL quoting (preferred)
• HubSpot CRM or equivalent

CARRIER OPS COORDINATOR TRACK

• Experience in carrier sales, dispatching, or freight brokerage ops
• Ability to source trucks, vet carriers, manage full shipment lifecycle
• Apollo and/or Clay for prospecting
• Experience managing both sides of a load
• Interest in international freight, customs, or import/export

EQUIPMENT & WORKSPACE

• Your own business phone line (mobile or VoIP)
• Reliable high-speed internet
• Computer capable of running web-based TMS, CRM, and Microsoft 365
• Dedicated home office for confidential communications

COMMISSION TIERS

• Tier 1: $0-$29,999 cumulative earned -> 22.5% of Net Revenue per role
• Tier 2 (Permanent): $30,000+ cumulative -> 30% of Net Revenue per role
• Commission is on Net Revenue Blue Fox Trading receives after broker splits - always. As we build our own MC authority, direct loads carry no split and your commission base grows automatically.
• Sales Side Only:22.5%-30% of Net Revenue
• Carrier Ops Only:22.5%-30% of Net Revenue
• Both Sides (Full Load): Up to 45% (Tier 1) or 60% (Tier 2) - each role commissioned independently

Example: $10,000 GP load, Operating Agreement (60% Blue Fox split). Blue Fox receives $6,000. You handle both sides at Tier 1: 22.5% sales ($1,350) + 22.5% ops ($1,350) = $2,700 on one load.

TOOLS PROVIDED AT NO COST

• TMS: AscendTMS, McLeod Software
• Load Boards: DAT, Truckstop
• LTL Quoting: TAI (OTR LTL)
• CRM: HubSpot | Prospecting: Apollo, Clay
• Communication: Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Slack
• AI & Automation: Claude AI, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot

CONTRACTOR TERMS

• 1099 independent contractor - not an employee position
• Weekly pay every Friday (loads delivered and invoiced the prior week)
• Itemized commission statements with every payment
• No base salary, draw, or guaranteed income
• No employee benefits, PTO, or workers' compensation
• Responsible for self-employment taxes and personal business expenses
• Must sign Blue Fox Trading Independent Contractor Agreement before onboarding

WHY BLUE FOX TRADING

• 360-degree ecosystem: Customs Brokerage + Freight Brokerage
• HYRE HARPER infrastructure: business ops and recruitment firm behind you
• Full transparency on every split and every commission calculation
• AI-first workflows - modern tools built into every process
• Entrepreneurial culture - we are builders