Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $46,800.00 - $76,600.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
401(k) and Employer Matching
Life insurance
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
Paid parental leave
employee wellness program
Paid holidays
employee recognition programs
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Savings Account (HSA)
overtime pay
Differential pay
Bonus Pay
Job Description
Ascent Global Logistics, headquartered in Belleville, Michigan, is a premier global logistics provider specializing in expedited and time-critical transportation solutions alongside comprehensive direct transportation services. Leveraging an advanced proprietary digital platform known as the PEAK freight marketplace, Ascent seamlessly connects customers to an expansive network of carriers, supplemented by its own internal ground fleet and airline resources. This integration ensures robust carrier capacity and transparent pricing for businesses requiring agile and reliable logistics support, available around the clock, 365 days a year. The company’s service portfolio includes air charter, ground expedited solutions, truckload and less-than-truckload services, global forwarding, brokerage, and... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- 3-5 years of relevant industry experience
- Current valid driver’s license
- Strong communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
- Knowledge of international logistics and customs processes
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
- Must maintain confidentiality and demonstrate honesty
- Ability to handle sensitive company information
- Positive attitude and strong organizational skills
Job Qualifications
- CES or CCS preferred
- LCB helpful
- High school diploma or GED required
- College degree helpful
- 3-5 years industry experience required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to interpret financial reports, industry journals and legal documents
- Ability to present information effectively to various stakeholders
- Knowledge of international logistics and customs process
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and ten-key skills
- Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as percentages, ratios and proportions
- Must have a current valid driver’s license
- Must be self-motivated, able to maintain confidentiality, honest, friendly, punctual, organized, positive attitude and able to work unsupervised
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects
- Ability to solve practical problems and interpret instructions
Job Duties
- Demonstrate critical thinking and make key decisions on behalf of customers throughout shipment lifecycle
- Monitor loading, departure, transit, arrival, and final delivery of shipments for any issues
- Serve as direct point of contact with assigned customers to ensure prompt and accurate service
- Prepare and execute documents for U.S. Customs and other government agencies
- Quote rates by partnering with internal quote department and determine best routing and carrier options
- Ensure billing is accurate and timely
- Maintain and help create company policies related to credit, pricing, account management, and service deliveries
- Act as power of attorney to sign official documents for the company
- Maintain and organize all records for client’s transactional events
- Stay informed on legal requirements to maintain compliance with import/export regulations
- Prepare letters of credit
- Make visits to customer locations with General Manager or Sales Executive
- Receive guidance for overall objectives and work independently within company policies
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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