This is a remote position. We are seeking experienced Freight Broker Agents to join our growing brokerage. This is a 1099 independent contractor, commission-only role designed for brokers who already have an established book of business and are ready to scale using modern technology and AI-enabled workflows. As a Freight Broker Agent, you will be responsible for bringing your existing shipper relationships, managing freight from quote to delivery, and growing revenue using industry-leading platforms including AscendTMS, DAT, Truckstop, HubSpot, and the Microsoft ecosystem. You will operate independently while receiving systems, automation, and operational support to maximize efficiency and earnings. There is no cap on commissions, and your success is directly tied to the business you bring and grow. Key Highlights: - 1099 Independent Contractor (Commission Only) - MUST have an active book of business - Keep full control of your customer relationships - We will provide access to advanced TMS, CRM, and AI tools - Remote / Location-flexible - Scalable opportunity for high-performing brokers Requirements To be considered for this role, all candidates must meet the following requirements: - Established book of business required (non-negotiable) - Active shipper accounts with current or recent freight volume - Proven experience as a Freight Broker or Freight Broker Agent - Strong working knowledge of: - DAT & Truckstop - TMS platforms (AscendTMS preferred) - HubSpot or similar CRM - Ability to manage the full shipment lifecycle independently - Experience sourcing capacity, negotiating rates, and executing freight Technology, Equipment & Workspace Requirements - Must provide and maintain your own business phone line (mobile or VoIP) for shipper and carrier communications - Reliable high-speed internet connection required - Personal computer or laptop required (capable of running modern web-based TMS, CRM, and Microsoft applications) - Dedicated home office or professional workspace required suitable for confidential customer and carrier communications AI & Systems Requirements (Mandatory) - Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Planner, SharePoint, and OneNote - Comfortable working with Microsoft Copilot and AI-assisted workflows - Working experience using or willingness to actively use: - ChatGPT - Claude AI - Familiarity with Apollo and/or Clay for prospecting and data enrichment preferred - Willingness to adopt AI-driven processes for sales, operations, and communication Additional Expectations - Self-motivated and disciplined in a commission-only environment - Strong communication and relationship-management skills - Ability to maintain accurate and timely CRM and TMS records - Operate ethically and in compliance with brokerage standards - Responsible for own taxes, insurance, equipment, and business expenses as a 1099 independent contractor Benefits Responsible for own taxes, insurance, and business expenses as a 1099 contractor

Job Description The Associate Director in Global Learning & Development is responsible for serving as a trusted business advisor to business leaders and stakeholders in the Oncology Business Unit in order to enable business goals and outcomes by accelerating the development of critical capabilities needed to drive business success through a productive and engaged workforce. S/he maintains awareness and understanding of key business priorities/processes and external best practices, partners with key divisional stakeholders to identify performance needs and gaps, and collaborates with design experts and operational support points on desired performance outcomes. This leader will build and maintain strong business relationships, build sponsorship, and collaborate as part of an integrated learning network. Success in this role depends on a candidate’s ability to translate the goals of the business into learning strategies and solutions, then oversee effective design and delivery through a network of internal and at times external colleagues. Responsibilities: - Serve as the main point of contact for the Oncology Business Leaders - Align business leaders on the implications of short and long-term decisions, strategies, and large-scale change efforts on employee learning and development in their respective business areas, and how those implications will affect sustainable business results - Develop depth of business understanding to maximize relevance and impact on business outcomes - Determine learning strategies and plans based on identified needs and gaps to achieve business strategy. Align business managers around “best fit” learning strategies while collaborating within GL&D and external partners to leverage existing and/or develop learning solutions to meet unique business requirements - Prioritize and manage portfolio of work and overall Learner Experience at level of responsibility. Ensure that plans are integrated and congruent with those of other areas of GL&D. - Create line of sight for divisional clients into short-, mid-, and long-term L&D plans, existing resources and access to them. Build sponsorship for forthcoming L&D initiatives - Provide critical input to the curriculum design and development team responsible for overall planning of learner experiences and solutions. Ensure these deliverables drive business relevance and impact and provide a modern, compelling learning experience. - Collaborate with HR business partners in business area to integrate learning solutions with other talent-related initiatives, - Deliver training and/or support local SMEs providing training, as needed - Partner with the business to define business and learning outcomes. Measure and report impact of learning programs against set metrics. Use data insights to continuously improve solutions and outcomes. - Ensure execution of a coherent, efficient, and strategically aligned approach to L&D planning and implementation. - Deliver or facilitate training content. Coach and build capability of local L&D colleagues or global/local subject matter experts who will deliver or facilitate, as needed - Ensure accurate forecasts and project risk management ​Competencies: - Business Acumen: Ability to engage with mid-level business leaders around business strategy, goals, and business outcomes, and make sound business decisions - Leadership: Intermediate ability to partner, collaborate, and impact decisions at all levels within and outside the organization. - Collaboration: Work with individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner, including the ability to build and maintain critical networks and collaborative relationships. Take full advantage of resident expertise in GL&D internal partner organizations (such as Design & Development and Learning Operations) to maximize efficiency and effectiveness; personally remain focused on key Learning Partner responsibilities. - Creative Thinking: Intermediate skill in applying tools and techniques for grasping new concepts, acquiring new ways of seeing things, and revising ways of thinking and patterns of behavior - Business Consulting: Expertise in consulting and ability to coach clients not to use learning solutions where they will not be effective - Oral and Written Communications: Ability to express oneself to provide information to others effectively and in a succinct manner; outstanding verbal, written, and executive level presentation abilities and interpersonal skills; ability to ask thoughtful questions to gain insights, listen, and understand other perspectives - Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Ability to use a broad range of methods, assumptions, frameworks, and perspectives when solving problems and making decisions. Ability to ruthlessly prioritize own and (if applicable) team’s work. Seek first to leverage existing resources and align with other areas of GL&D before developing new assets - Data analytics: Ability to determine business and learning outcomes, metrics and measurement strategies. Ability to analyze and interpret data for business and learning decisions - Planning: Project planning and management experience, including the ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1–2 years), and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the business plan - L&D Policies, Standards, and Procedures: Knowledge of and ability to use industry and organization standards, procedures, and policies relevant to staff learning and development - Adult Learning: Theory and Practice: Experience in applying concepts and practices of adult learning to meet the dynamic needs of the business - Learning Needs Analysis: Experience in assessing competency gaps and identifying what people need to learn for successful individual and organizational performance Qualifications Required: - Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree, or currently in pursuit of degree completion, or equivalent relevant work experience. - Minimum of 10 years of related experience, with a minimum 5 years of leadership experience and a minimum 1 year of experience facilitating/delivering learning solutions - Minimum 1 year of experience facilitating / delivering learning solutions or relevant pharmaceutical/oncology experience. Preferred: - Master's degree preferred - Experience in the areas of learning, talent, HR, or comparable areas; experience in applicable technical/professional areas pertinent to the division/function served (e.g., R&D, manufacturing, sales/marketing, etc.) Required Skills: Adult Learning Principles, Adult Learning Principles, Attendance Tracking, Business Data Analytics, Business Planning, Business Strategies, Compliance Training, Creative Thinking, Critical Thinking, Curriculum Development, Customized Training, Design Education, eLearning Development, Human Resources Consulting, Instructional Design, Insurance, Learning Needs Analysis, Learning Strategies, Oral Communications, People Leadership, Performance Metrics, Project Management, Sales Training, Strategic Thinking, Training Delivery {+ 4 more} Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement​ We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as “remote”. The salary range for this role is $142,400.00 - $224,100.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits. You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. 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• Act as the main liaison between business units and IT, understanding business needs and translating them into actionable technology initiatives. • Develop a deep understanding of business strategies, goals, and challenges to align IT priorities effectively. • Build and maintain strong relationships with business partners, ensuring continuous alignment and satisfaction. • Define the vision, strategy, and roadmap for key products and services, ensuring alignment with business objectives. • Oversee the entire product lifecycle, from ideation and development to deployment, maintenance, and retirement. • Lead multi-functional teams to prioritize product features and enhancements based on business value and customer needs. • Conduct market and user research to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation. • Support portfolio of IT projects and products, ensuring resources are allocated effectively and deliverables meet business priorities. • Facilitate collaboration between IT teams, product managers, and business collaborators to drive project success. • Identify and champion opportunities to use emerging technologies and industry trends to address business challenges.

• Lead the development of influencer marketing strategies that align with client objectives and deliver measurable ROI. • Build and nurture senior client relationships, positioning Later as a trusted strategic advisor. • Facilitate strategic business reviews and campaign reporting that translate performance into actionable next steps. • Identify expansion and upsell opportunities within accounts, partnering with Sales and Strategy to grow revenue. • Contribute to RFPs and new business pitches by bringing client insights and proven campaign expertise. • Oversee execution of multiple influencer campaigns from kickoff to wrap, ensuring quality, compliance, and measurable impact. • Guide Account Managers in managing day-to-day client communications and executional tasks. • Own campaign budgets, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring projects are on track and aligned with client commitments. • Ensure campaigns meet FTC guidelines and platform standards while maintaining creative excellence. • Monitor campaign KPIs, surface insights, and recommend optimizations to improve performance. • Partner with Social, Strategy, Creator Success, Paid Media, Product, and Sales to deliver seamless integrated campaigns. • Act as the voice of the client and influencer, ensuring feedback informs platform improvements and future strategies. • Collaborate cross-functionally to embed innovation and elevate Later’s reputation with clients and across the industry. • Manage and mentor direct reports, building a high-performing, client-focused team. • Provide coaching, performance feedback, and growth opportunities to Account Managers and Coordinators. • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning. • Anticipate risks early and implement proactive solutions that remove blockers for the team. • Stay ahead of industry trends, platforms, and cultural shifts — embedding innovation into client strategies. • Contribute thought leadership to position Later as a market leader in influencer and creator marketing. • Build and maintain internal processes that guarantee compliance and operational excellence across accounts.