Highly organized and analytical
Keep pipeline activity, shipment details, and account follow-up moving without losing discipline.
Freight Agents
Remote Freight Agent
Help arrange freight for your customers, grow a pipeline, and operate with the support of an experienced transportation team.
Freight Agents
Remote
Contract
March 26, 2026
Overview
Role summary
The Remote Freight Agent role is built for experienced freight professionals who want to grow business under the Cowtown Logistics brand without giving up the independence that makes the model attractive. You are expected to build relationships, manage freight execution closely, and create consistent monthly revenue and profit while operating with transparent splits, weekly pay, and back-office support that helps you stay focused on selling and servicing freight.
What you’ll do
The day-to-day work centers on production, communication, and staying organized as freight conditions move.
- Generate revenue and profit
- Build monthly production through durable customer relationships and disciplined execution.
- Develop a qualified sales pipeline
- Generate leads, attract new prospects, and maintain a working database of target accounts.
- Coordinate freight with carriers and customers
- Collaborate with shippers, carriers, and dispatchers to manage scheduled pickups, delivery expectations, and shipment visibility.
- Stay current on market conditions
- Track transportation market trends and use that information to support pricing, communication, and planning.
Requirements
Position requirements and qualifications
We are looking for organized, experienced freight professionals who can work independently and manage customer relationships well.
Client management experience
Build trust with shippers and carriers through clear communication and dependable follow-through.
Strong problem solving and negotiation
Handle issues quickly, negotiate effectively, and protect both service and profitability.
CRM and pipeline discipline
Maintain accurate prospect activity and customer records inside the CRM.
Transportation experience
Two or more years in transportation and logistics is preferred, and an established book of business is a major plus.
Performance
What success looks like
Success in this role looks like steady monthly production, dependable account management, and the ability to keep freight moving without constant oversight. The strongest agents stay proactive with customers, keep a clean pipeline, and use Cowtown Logistics’s operations support, carrier relationships, and technology stack to adapt quickly when the market changes.
Compensation
Compensation and support
This is a commission-based opportunity for producers who want entrepreneurial upside with the support of an established transportation company. Cowtown Logistics offers transparent commission splits, weekly pay, no startup fees, McLeod TMS access, and back-office help with billing, collections, carrier setup, and claims so agents can stay focused on production.
Team
About Cowtown Logistics
Cowtown Logistics has served shippers since 1984 and continues to grow with a strong emphasis on communication, relationships, and execution. Agents join a team backed by a recognized freight brand, a large carrier network, and people who value responsiveness, grit, and doing the work the right way for customers and carriers.
Recent 5-Star Google Reviews
What Carriers Say About Cowtown Agents
★★★★★
"I’ve known the TeamG guys for a while, and it’s been great seeing them build a strong operation. They’re professional, responsive, easy to work with, and always communicate clearly. Nathan has been especially helpful whenever I’ve needed anything. He’s always quick to respond, keeps things moving, and makes working together easy. That level of communication and follow-through goes a long way in this industry."
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Edgar Terrazas
Carrier partner ·
Google Review
★★★★★
"Working with Cowtown Logistics has been nothing short of exceptional. Their entire team consistently goes above and beyond to ensure every shipment, project, and request is handled with professionalism, urgency, and attention to detail. A special thank you to Colby, Raegan, Josh, Jordan, Taylor, and the entire Cowtown Logistics team for their outstanding commitment to customer service. In an industry where communication and reliability are everything, this team sets the gold standard. No matter the challenge, they are always willing to step up, find solutions, and make things happen."
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Noel Espericueta
Logistics partner ·
Google Review
★★★★★
"Great broker to work with Taylor n josh, Ben."
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MJ INC
Carrier partner ·
Google Review
Common questions from experienced agents
Remote Freight Agent FAQs
- What is the commission structure for a Cowtown Logistics freight agent?
Cowtown Logistics offers transparent commission splits, with strong agents able to earn 70%+ as they grow. This role is built for producers who want commission upside without giving up operational support.
- What support does Cowtown Logistics provide to agents?
Agents get back-office support for billing, collections, carrier setup, and claims, plus operational help and onboarding support so they can stay focused on building relationships and moving freight.
- Do I need an established book of business?
An established book is a major plus, but the bigger requirement is real transportation experience, strong customer management, and the ability to produce consistently in a remote environment.
- What tools and systems will I use?
Cowtown Logistics supports agents with McLeod TMS, digital carrier onboarding, and visibility tools that help keep freight organized and customers informed.
- How quickly can I get started?
After the initial conversation, Cowtown walks qualified agents through the agent review, onboarding, and systems setup so they can start booking loads as quickly as possible.
Ready to start the conversation?
If this role fits your background, contact Cowtown Logistics and tell us more about your freight experience.