Account Executive (January Start Date)

PLS Logistics Services; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,300 - 51,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$1,000 signing bonus

UNCAPPED commission

Full medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with employer match

Extensive training

Sales competitions with prizes

Job summary

A logistics company is seeking a Sales Recruiter to help customers ship their freight. This entry-level role offers extensive training, uncapped commissions, and a signing bonus. Ideal candidates are self-motivated team players with strong communication skills. A Bachelor's degree and logistics experience are preferred. Opportunities for growth and promotions are abundant in a fun working environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Logistics brokerage experience preferred.
• Self-motivated and persistent.
• Strong communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Learn about the logistics industry.
• Participate in training and orientation.
• Develop a client portfolio through cold calling.
• Be a trusted advisor to customers.

Skills

Self-motivated

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Strong work ethic

Persistence

Adaptable and dynamic

High energy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Sales Recruiter at PLS Logistics Services

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

• 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.
• 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.
• Write your own ticket (figure your own path).

Benefits

• $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 promotionsli>
• 401(k) 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).
• Logistics brokerage experience (preferred).
• Self‑motivated.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong work ethic.
• Persistence.
• Adaptable and dynamic.
• High energy.

Pay Range

USD $47,000.00 – USD $47,000.00 /Yr.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Sales, Business Development, and General Business

Industries

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage