Freight Agent Recruiter
Job Type: Full-time; Remote
Responsibilities:
- Source and identify prospective independent freight agents within the 3PL, freight brokerage, and logistics industries.
- Engage experienced logistics professionals to evaluate alignment with our independent agent program.
- Conduct introductory calls to assess candidate business experience, book of business, and fit for an independent contractor relationship.
- Clearly communicate the structure, expectations, and benefits of operating as an independent freight agent within our network.
- Manage and maintain a pipeline of prospective agents using CRM systems.
- Utilize sourcing platforms such as LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, and industry networks.
- Coordinate and facilitate the onboarding process for approved agents.
- Maintain consistent communication with prospective agents throughout the onboarding lifecycle.
- Track recruiting activity, pipeline metrics, and onboarding progress.
- Partner with leadership to refine agent recruiting strategy and target profiles.
Experience:
- 2–5 years of recruiting experience within the 3PL, freight brokerage, or logistics industry.
- Experience sourcing or working with freight agents or independent contractors strongly preferred.
- Proven ability to identify and engage experienced logistics professionals
- Strong understanding of the freight brokerage or agent-based business model.
- Proficiency with CRM systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
- Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment .
- Existing network within the logistics or freight brokerage industry.
- Experience recruiting for commission-based or independent contractor roles
- Familiarity with agent-based brokerage models .
This position offers a competitive base salary.