Freight Agent

Description

Summary: Zelh is seeking a self-motivated Freight Agent with a hunter mentality to proactively identify freight opportunities, build shipper relationships, and secure loads for a US-based asset-based transportation company. Highlights: 1. Proactively hunt for freight opportunities and secure loads 2. Build and maintain relationships with shippers and potential customers 3. Identify new business opportunities and expand the customer base Zelh is a fast\-growing, passionate outsourcing company. Our mission is to be the most reliable company by offering and maintaining high\-quality services consistently. We achieve the mission by fostering long\-term relationships with customers, employees, and vendors. Personal attention, timely communication, and respect for all people are the basis of our business philosophy! Our client is a US\-based asset\-based transportation company with a growing brokerage division. They operate their own fleet while also providing comprehensive freight brokerage services, offering customers flexible transportation solutions across North America. #### **Position Overview** We are seeking a motivated Freight Agent to proactively hunt for freight opportunities and secure loads on behalf of the company. This role focuses on building relationships with shippers, identifying freight opportunities, and bringing new business to the brokerage. The ideal candidate is a self\-starter with strong sales skills and a hunter mentality. #### **Key Responsibilities** * Proactively prospect and hunt for freight opportunities from shippers * Build and maintain relationships with shippers and potential customers * Secure loads and negotiate competitive freight rates * Identify new business opportunities and expand the customer base * Present the company's transportation solutions to prospective clients * Work closely with operations to ensure smooth execution of secured freight * Meet or exceed freight procurement and revenue targets * Track and manage customer relationships in CRM * Stay informed about market trends, rates, and capacity * 1\-3 years of experience in freight sales, freight agent role, or freight brokerage * Proven track record of hunting for new business and securing freight * Strong sales and negotiation skills * Self\-motivated with a proactive, hunter mentality * Excellent communication and relationship\-building abilities * Knowledge of freight markets, lanes, and pricing * Comfortable working independently while collaborating with operations team * Ability to work in a fast\-paced, results\-driven environment * Proficiency with CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite **Working** **conditions**: * Working schedule: **flexible** * Work mode \- remote * Competitive Salary in USD * 10\+ business days of paid time off * Equipment provided * A supportive team * Remote eligibility Join our team and become an integral part of our mission to provide reliable and efficient freight transportation solutions to our customers.