Account Executive ($1000 Sign-on Bonus)

PLS Logistics Services; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Signing bonus

Uncapped commission

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k match

Growth opportunities

Job summary

PLS Logistics Services in Nashville seeks a Sales Representative who will serve as a key resource helping customers ship freight across the nation, 24/7/365. Inside sales role is supported by a passionate team and leadership.

The position offers unlimited PTO, a starting salary of $52,000, and uncapped commissions, plus comprehensive benefits and ongoing training in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field (preferred).
• Self-motivated.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn about PLS Logistics Services and the logistics industry.
• Participate in fully paid training and orientation.
• Grow your network by making calls to industry leads.
• Negotiate pricing to close deals.
• Manage client service issues to resolution.
• Keep tracking system updated throughout the day.
• Be the trusted advisor to customers on logistics challenges.
• Collaborate with Logistics Coordinators to handle workload.

Skills

Self-motivated

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

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.

Responsibilities:

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
• 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

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field (preferred)
• Self-motivated
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills