Independent Sales Agent

Landstar; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Landstar empowers experienced transportation professionals to grow their businesses with the backing of North America’s trusted transportation network. As an Independent Freight Agent, you’ll operate your own agency with Landstar’s full support, leveraging a vast network of capacity and advanced technology.

You’ll provide sales and operational services across multiple modes, build lasting client relationships, and benefit from an uncapped commission structure and weekly settlements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transportation or logistics (e.g., Freight Broker, Agent, Dispatcher, LTL Sales, National Account Sales).
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for customer service and freight solutions.
• Strong understanding of freight markets and carrier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage your own freight agency with Landstar's full support.
• Provide sales and operational services to your clients across multiple transportation modes.
• Leverage Landstar's tools, technology, and network to expand your reach and say "yes" to more opportunities.

Skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Customer service

Freight market knowledge

Tools

Proprietary TMS

Job description

At Landstar, we empower experienced transportation professionals to grow their businesses with the backing of one of North America’s most trusted transportation networks. Our agents operate independently-but never alone thanks to our unmatched support, industry-leading safety standards, and expansive access to capacity across all modes. Visit our website www.landstar.com/becomeanagent for more information on our company.

Why Join Landstar?

Your Experience. Our Resources. Unlimited Possibilities.

As an Independent Freight Agent, you'll gain access to:

• Skilled Capacity: Rely on certified drivers, proven safety, and reliable delivery. Our industry-leading safety record, 99.9% claim-free delivery rate, and highly qualified, HAZMAT-certified drivers ensure your customers' freight is in good hands.
• Exclusive Sales Support Services: Our dedicated national support teams and corporate sales resources help you win and retain business. We don't compete with our agents, we empower them.
• Access Multiple Modes: Instantly expand your reach with access to more than 78,000 qualified capacity providers across truckload, LTL, expedite, intermodal, international, air, and specialized freight. Open new doors in cold chain, Mexico cross-border, heavy haul, and hazmat with extensive operational support.

What You'll Do

• Build and manage your own freight agency with Landstar's full support.
• Provide sales and operational services to your clients across multiple transportation modes.
• Leverage Landstar's tools, technology, and network to expand your reach and say "yes" to more opportunities.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in transportation or logistics (e.g., Freight Broker, Agent, Dispatcher, LTL Sales, National Account Sales).
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for customer service and freight solutions.
• Strong understanding of freight markets and carrier relationships.

Preferred Skills

• Transportation & Logistics Management
• Air, Ocean, and Intermodal Freight
• Third-Party Logistics (3PL)

What Sets Us Apart:

• Reputation of an Industry Leader: Align your business with a trusted name in safety, service, and security.
• Unlimited Earning Potential: Uncapped commission structure and weekly settlements give you direct control over your financial success.
• Advanced Technology: Proprietary TMS and mobile tools enhance efficiency and growth.
• No Start-Up Costs: Begin without franchise fees or upfront investment.
• Entrepreneurial Freedom: Build your business on your terms, backed by unwavering support.

Ready to Lead Freight Forward?

Connect with us today and discover how Landstar helps agents grow with confidence.

Watch our agent success story: https://vimeo.com/352291303