Freight Agent Program & Support
Great systems, top-notch support, even better splits.
Once you’re here, you’re home.
Sunset’s agent program has cemented itself as THE premier program for Midwest-based 3PLs. Agents gain access to an industry-leading 24/7 back office, reputable systems from top industry affiliates, and technology that supports continued growth of your book.
Industry-best commission splits.
No fees ever.
We mean it.
Credit score exceeds industry average; privately owned and financially sound.
NO exclusivity. NO lengthy contracts.
Full suite of industry-leading technology.
Lead generation tools and support.
Full access to all company resources, e.g. Accounting and HR.
What can you gain by partnering with Sunset?
Save over $350,000 annually with Sunset from your back office costs alone.
Freight Brokerage Expense | Brokerage Start-Up Costs | Sunset Agent Costs |
Contingent cargo insurance | $3,000-10,000 annually | No charge. |
| $100K Freight Broker bond | $1,500-5,600 annually +$2,000 initial deposit | Included. |
Posting services (Truckstop, DAT, Sylectus, etc.) | $8,000+ annually | You guessed it. None. |
| TMS software | $100,000+ annually + initial implementation costs and required maintenance | No cost to you, and we continually invest in our system, McLeod. |
Accounting staff (Billing, Payables, Credit) | $40,000+ annually | Not only free, but we have an Agent accounting team at your service. |
Marketing and printing materials | $8,000+ annually | Sunset has the promotional and educational materials covered. |
Carrier onboarding, claims management and safety personnel | $30,000 annually + cost of experienced safety and claims staff ($85,000+) | Sunset is an RMIS partner for onboarding with a well-equipped safety and risk department to support your team. |
Credit | $500/month | You are monitoring your customers’ credit scores, right? We do. For you. For free. |
Carrier Procurement & Pricing Staff | $65,000+ annually | Sunset is happy to help with RFPs, bids, and carrier procurement through a dedicated department. |
TOTALS | $350,000+ Annually | $0 |
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More Than Just Administration
Simply put, we hand you the keys to Sunset’s vast support network while offering one of the lowest agent-to-support ratios in the industry.
Marketing
Need help generating leads and new business? Need business cards or promotional items sent your customers?
IT Support
Need help setting up your new computer or a Microsoft Outlook account?
HR & Recruiting
Growing too quickly? Need more people? Have questions about paying your team?
Pricing & Procurement
Need help with an RFP? Having trouble finding regular carriers?
International Modes
Are you able to offer shippers both domestic AND international options?
Your Sunset agent team has the answers.
Start the conversation today!