Account Executive

PLS Logistics Services; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

PLS Logistics Services is seeking a Sales Representative in Tampa, FL. This role offers a starting salary of $52,000 with uncapped commission and extensive training. Ideal candidates are self-motivated, adaptable, and possess strong communication skills. Join a leading logistics provider and build a rewarding career with unlimited growth potential.

Benefits

Unlimited PTO

Full medical, dental, and vision coverage

401k plan with employer match

Signing bonus of $1,000

Extensive sales and logistics training

Ongoing sales competitions with prizes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Self-motivated and high energy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as a resource for customers, helping ship freight.
• Develop a portfolio of clients through cold calling.
• Negotiate pricing and manage client service issues.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Persistence

Adaptable

High energy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

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Corporate Recruiter at PLS Logistics Services

Do you want to learn how to become a dynamic sales executive?

Do you want to build your own long-lasting book of business?

Do you want access to the best training program in the industry and get paid while doing so?

Do you want a database full of customers across the continent, without having to prospect for them?

WHAT IS A SALES REPRESENTATIVE?

As a Sales Representative at PLS Logistics Services, you will act as an essential resource for your customers, helping ship their freight across the nation, 24/7/365. The inside sales role comes with the passionate support of our company and your co-workers around you.

Who We Are

Over our 30+ year history, PLS Logistics Services has become one of the country’s top 25 third-party logistics (3PL) services providers. We are headquartered in Cranberry Township, PA, with offices in Jacksonville, Tampa, Houston, Dallas, Phoenix, St. Louis, Philadelphia & Pittsburgh. We are growing as an organization and are looking for top talent to join our team.

YOUR FIRST WEEK

• Learn about PLS Logistics Services and the logistics industry
• Hear from our top home-grown leaders on how to be successful
• Participate in our fully paid training and orientation
• Familiarize yourself with our business model and transportation management system
• Get on the phones and grow your network

YOUR FIRST MONTH

• Continue to develop a portfolio of clients by cold calling using our provided industry leads
• Understand how to negotiate pricing to close the deal
• Take charge of client service issues to the point of resolution
• Be open to coaching and learning while putting in the time and effort to be successful
• Update tracking system accurately throughout the day

YOUR FIRST SIX MONTHS

• Be the trusted advisor to your customer, helping manage their logistics challenges
• Liaise with Logistics Coordinators to help shoulder your load and allow you to bring in more business
• Seek out promotional opportunities to move up the ranks
• Maintain a strong understanding of the industry, including rates, capacities, and carriers.

YOUR FIRST YEAR AND AFTER

• You tell us. Write your own ticket.

At PLS Logistics Services, we take pride in attracting top talent. In addition to unlimited PTO and a $52,000 starting salary, our benefits include:

$1,000 signing bonus.

UNCAPPED commission, starting in the first week of training

Full medical, dental, and vision coverage options

Extensive growth opportunities and a long track record of internal promotions to back it up

401k plan with employer match.

Chairman’s Club opportunity – celebrate with the best of best as a reward for being a top sales representative

Fun and welcoming work environment

Extensive, world-class sales and logistics training

Ongoing sales competitions with prizes

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Bachelor’s degree in related field (preferred)
• Self-motivated
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong work ethic
• Persistence
• Adaptable and dynamic
• High energy

At PLS Logistics Services, we ship over one million loads annually across all major freight modes: flatbed, van, LTL, rail & barge, air & ocean. Our customers benefit from our broad PLS Transportation network of over 250,000 trucks representing 55,000 carrier partners, along with Class-1 railroads and major barge companies. Are you ready to jump-start your career?

PLS Logistics Services is An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales, Business Development, and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

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