Independent Freight Broker Agent

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This 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:
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