Ascent Global Logistics, Inc.
Independent Freight Broker Agent
Ascent Global Logistics, Inc., Lansing, Michigan, United States
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R1633This is a commission-only independent contractor role. Qualified candidates will possess an active and transferable book of business.**About Ascent**Ascent Global Logistics, headquartered in Belleville, Michigan, is a leading global provider of expedited, time-critical logistics solutions and other direct transportation services. Ascent’s offerings include air charter and ground expedited solutions as well as truckload, less-than-truckload, global forwarding, brokerage, and managed transportation services.**Position Summary**Ascent Global Logistics is seeking experienced and business-minded **Independent Freight Agents** to join our nationwide network. This is a 1099 independent contractor opportunity operating under Ascent’s brokerage authority.
Ascent’s Independent Freight Agent Program is designed for self-driven logistics professionals who want the freedom of independence backed by a trusted, established brand.
Agents operate their own book of business while leveraging Ascent’s industry-leading resources, technology, carrier network, and support infrastructure to grow their business.
This partnership provides unlimited earning potential, flexibility, and access to Ascent’s dedicated operations, compliance, and back-office support teams.**Key Responsibilities*** Develop and maintain customer relationships to secure freight opportunities.* Source and qualify carriers using Ascent’s TMS, Load Boards, and the Highway carrier compliance platform.* Negotiate rates and prepare rate confirmations, BOLs, and other required documentation.* Manage the full shipment lifecycle from booking through delivery, ensuring on-time performance.* Communicate proactively with customers and carriers to resolve service issues.* Maintain accurate records in Ascent systems, following all compliance and confidentiality requirements.* Adhere to Ascent’s IT, data security, and confidentiality standards.**What You’ll Bring*** **Established, transferable book of business** required.* **U.S. Based Operations** required.* Strong understanding of carrier operations, dispatching, and rate negotiation.* Experience using TMS and load boards (DAT, Truckstop, etc.).* Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.**Ascent’s Competitive Benefits*** Competitive Commission Split with No Cap on Earnings* Partnership with an established and trusted logistics brand.* Support-office staff and knowledgeable Claims Team* Access to Ascent’s Carrier Network, TMS, and Compliance Resources* Dedicated onboarding and operations support team.* Access to Industry-Leading TMS and Load-Tracking Software#LI-Remote*At Ascent, we solve supply chain and logistics challenges for thousands of customers worldwide. With over $2.5 billion in revenue and a growing team of 1000+ industry experts in 20+ locations across North America, we are a recognized supplier of the year for multiple Fortune 500 companies as well as a partner to thousands of small and medium-sized businesses. Ranked among the Top 100 Global 3PLs by Inbound Logistics as well as the Top 40 3PLs and Top 20 Freight Brokerages by Transport Topics, our #1 market share in the North American ground and air expedite market has provided the foundation to become the preferred logistics provider to a marquee portfolio of the world’s largest and most sophisticated corporations. We offer On-Demand, Forwarding and Brokerage & Managed Transportation solutions, moving over 250,000 shipments annually through our competitive PEAK freight marketplace. For more information, please visit our website:* #J-18808-Ljbffr
Remotelocations:
Remote - UStime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition id:
R1633This is a commission-only independent contractor role. Qualified candidates will possess an active and transferable book of business.**About Ascent**Ascent Global Logistics, headquartered in Belleville, Michigan, is a leading global provider of expedited, time-critical logistics solutions and other direct transportation services. Ascent’s offerings include air charter and ground expedited solutions as well as truckload, less-than-truckload, global forwarding, brokerage, and managed transportation services.**Position Summary**Ascent Global Logistics is seeking experienced and business-minded **Independent Freight Agents** to join our nationwide network. This is a 1099 independent contractor opportunity operating under Ascent’s brokerage authority.
Ascent’s Independent Freight Agent Program is designed for self-driven logistics professionals who want the freedom of independence backed by a trusted, established brand.
Agents operate their own book of business while leveraging Ascent’s industry-leading resources, technology, carrier network, and support infrastructure to grow their business.
This partnership provides unlimited earning potential, flexibility, and access to Ascent’s dedicated operations, compliance, and back-office support teams.**Key Responsibilities*** Develop and maintain customer relationships to secure freight opportunities.* Source and qualify carriers using Ascent’s TMS, Load Boards, and the Highway carrier compliance platform.* Negotiate rates and prepare rate confirmations, BOLs, and other required documentation.* Manage the full shipment lifecycle from booking through delivery, ensuring on-time performance.* Communicate proactively with customers and carriers to resolve service issues.* Maintain accurate records in Ascent systems, following all compliance and confidentiality requirements.* Adhere to Ascent’s IT, data security, and confidentiality standards.**What You’ll Bring*** **Established, transferable book of business** required.* **U.S. Based Operations** required.* Strong understanding of carrier operations, dispatching, and rate negotiation.* Experience using TMS and load boards (DAT, Truckstop, etc.).* Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.**Ascent’s Competitive Benefits*** Competitive Commission Split with No Cap on Earnings* Partnership with an established and trusted logistics brand.* Support-office staff and knowledgeable Claims Team* Access to Ascent’s Carrier Network, TMS, and Compliance Resources* Dedicated onboarding and operations support team.* Access to Industry-Leading TMS and Load-Tracking Software#LI-Remote*At Ascent, we solve supply chain and logistics challenges for thousands of customers worldwide. With over $2.5 billion in revenue and a growing team of 1000+ industry experts in 20+ locations across North America, we are a recognized supplier of the year for multiple Fortune 500 companies as well as a partner to thousands of small and medium-sized businesses. Ranked among the Top 100 Global 3PLs by Inbound Logistics as well as the Top 40 3PLs and Top 20 Freight Brokerages by Transport Topics, our #1 market share in the North American ground and air expedite market has provided the foundation to become the preferred logistics provider to a marquee portfolio of the world’s largest and most sophisticated corporations. We offer On-Demand, Forwarding and Brokerage & Managed Transportation solutions, moving over 250,000 shipments annually through our competitive PEAK freight marketplace. For more information, please visit our website:* #J-18808-Ljbffr