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Freight Broker / Branch manager Company: AP Freight Inc Location: Houston, TX Type: Full-Time, Hybrid Experience: 5+ year of freight brokerage, freight forwarding, logistics, or sales experience Compensation Base Salary: $60,000–$90,000per year, based on experience, communication skills, and performance Commission: Uncapped commission of up to 25% of gross margin generated Expected First-Year Earnings: $80,000-$110,000 About AP FREIGHT INC AP FREIGHT INC is an asset-based freight brokerage backed by FMC-licensed freight forwarding and NVOCC operations. We provide transportation and logistics solutions across domestic and international markets, combining industry expertise, technology, and a strong carrier network to deliver reliable shipping solutions and exceptional customer service. As we expand our US operations, we are looking for an experienced professional to help establish and grow our Houston, Texas presence. Position Overview AP FREIGHT INC is seeking an experienced, entrepreneurial, and results-driven Freight Broker / Branch Manager to lead the development of our Houston operation. This is an opportunity for an established freight brokerage professional with a proven book of business, strong shipper relationships, and a track record of generating profitable, recurring freight. The position will begin remotely, with an initial focus on developing business under AP FREIGHT INC, transitioning customer relationships where feasible, and establishing consistent revenue and gross profit. As the business grows, the role will transition into a full-time, on-site position in Houston, Texas. The successful candidate will play a key role in establishing our local presence, developing new customer relationships, and building and leading a team of freight brokers. Our long-term goal is to develop a strong Houston team of ten brokers, supported by our existing back-office and operational resources. Key responsibilities Business Development & Sales Bring and develop an established book of business, subject to customer portability and applicable agreements. Generate new business through outbound sales, cold calling, networking, referrals, and industry relationships. Build and maintain long-term relationships with shippers and transportation partners. Develop recurring freight opportunities across FTL, LTL, flatbed, drayage, and other transportation services. Customer & Account Management Manage customer relationships, pricing, quoting, and ongoing account development. Negotiate competitive rates while maintaining healthy gross margins. Retain existing customers and identify opportunities to expand account volume. Ensure consistent communication and a high standard of customer service. Freight Brokerage Operations Coordinate shipments from booking through pickup, delivery, and final documentation. Work with qualified carriers to secure reliable capacity. Monitor shipment performance and resolve service issues promptly. Collaborate with our back-office team on load tracking, billing, invoicing, carrier compliance, credit checks, and administrative support. Branch Development & Leadership Help establish AP FREIGHT INC's Houston presence. Develop local market opportunities and contribute to branch profitability. Recruit, train, mentor, and manage additional freight brokers as the operation expands. Establish performance expectations and promote accountability, teamwork, and customer retention. Help build a Houston team of five brokers as business performance supports expansion. Qualifications E xperience: Minimum of 5 years in freight brokerage, freight forwarding, logistics, transportation, or a closely related field. Established Book of Business: Existing shipper relationships and demonstrable experience managing recurring freight are strongly preferred. Sales & Business Development: Proven ability to prospect, negotiate, close business, and develop long-term customer relationships. Financial Performance: Demonstrated ability to genera…

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