Business Development Rep, Expedited & Dedicated Logistics (Contractor)

Talent Solution Partners; Illinois; On-site; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commissions

Ground-floor opportunity

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Talent Solution Partners is seeking a results-driven Business Development Representative to lead outbound prospecting, build a book of recurring logistics contracts, and drive multi-state growth in Chicagoland and the Midwest.

The role combines field-based selling with a 1099 independent contractor arrangement, offering uncapped commissions, a base retainer, and opportunities to shape the company’s sales strategy from ground floor up.

Qualifications

• Education: College degree in Business, Logistics, Transportation, Supply Chain or closely related area, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of proven freight transportation sales, brokerages, or logistics business development.

Responsibilities

• New business development through aggressive outbound prospecting, cold calling, and strategic networking.
• Sell high-value logistics solutions (expedited freight, hotshot transportation, medical logistics, white-glove delivery) with strict SLA alignment.
• Target and close high-margin enterprise accounts across Midwest sectors (manufacturing, healthcare, specialized industries).
• Build and secure a long-term book of recurring contracts and dedicated shipping lanes.

Skills

Relationship building

Prospecting

Cold calling

Strategic networking

Sales

Education

College degree in Business, Logistics, Transportation, Supply Chain or related

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Our client is a dynamic, expedited and hotshot transportation provider start-up launching across the greater Chicagoland area and Midwest U.S. Their mission is to redefine time-critical logistics by providing unparalleled reliability, white-glove service, and strict SLA compliance. The company seeks to capture the opportunity in the Chicagoland and Midwest U.S. to serve high-stakes sectors like manufacturing, healthcare, and specialized delivery. Rather than chasing transactional spot freight, they are investing in establishing predictable, asset-optimized routes driven by trusted customer relationships and reliable, consistent service

We're seeking an entrepreneurial Business Development Representative “hunter” to be a founding member of the company’s sales team. This field-based, independent contractor (1099) role will be a true "hunter" to build the company’s market presence from the ground up and build your own book of recurring business rather than relying on load boards. This role is ideal for a self-motivated professional with deep ties to supply chain leaders throughout Chicagoland and the broader Midwest. Reporting to the Company Principal, the primary focus will be proactively securing recurring transportation contracts, dedicated shipping lanes, and long-term agreements that build a predictable foundation for the company’s future fleet.

Our client offers:

• Uncapped commission structure tailored to reward high-margin, recurring contract revenue.
• A true ground-floor opportunity to heavily influence company culture, strategy, and future sales leadership pathways.
• A nimble operational team dedicated to flawless execution, ensuring your hard-won clients receive premium service that protects your reputation.

The ideal candidate is a relationship-driven Logistics Sales Professional with a hunter mindset who thrives in a fast-paced, performance-driven, entrepreneurial culture. This field role offers both a competitive monthly retainer and high-yield commission compensation potential. If you are experienced in developing and managing an expansive multi-state sales pipeline independently, we look forward to speaking with you.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• New Business Development: Drive aggressive outbound prospecting, cold calling, and strategic networking to establish and secure new accounts.
• Solution Selling: Sell high-value logistics solutions, including expedited freight, hotshot transportation, medical logistics, and white-glove delivery, while ensuring strict alignment with strict customer Service-Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Vertical Integration: Actively target and close high-margin enterprise accounts across key sectors, including Midwest U.S. manufacturing, healthcare, and specialized industries such as medical courier services, pharmaceutical logistics, organ transport support, and chemical transportation.
• Dedicated Route Development: Focus heavily on building and securing a long-term book of recurring contracts negotiating long-term transportation agreements and dedicated shipping lanes to reduce company reliance on daily spot-market or public load board freight.
• Strategic Relationship Management: Leverage existing relationships with Shipping Managers, Transportation Managers, Logistics Directors, Supply Chain Managers, and Warehouse Managers to secure contract opportunities.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS / STAKEHOLDERS:

• Company President
• Prospective and Existing Clients
• Internal Company Team Members
• External Partners and Suppliers

POSITION LOCATION:
This field-based role will identify and develop new business in Chicagoland and the greater Midwest U.S. Local, qualified Chicago-area candidates will be given preference and priority. Qualified candidates willing to self-relocate to the greater Chicago area will also be considered.

KEY REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:

• Education: College degree in Business, Logistics, Transportation, Supply Chain or closely related area. or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experience: 5+ years of proven, successful experience in freight transportation sales, brokerages, or logistics business development. Experience with medical courier services, pharmaceutical logistics, organ transport support, or chemic