Entry Level Inside Sales Representative

Circle Logistics; Tinley Park (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Inside Sales Representative to join their team. This exciting position offers the chance to thrive in a fast-paced environment where every day presents new challenges and opportunities. The ideal candidate will be service-oriented and driven by incentives, playing a crucial role in the company's aggressive growth strategy. With a focus on building strong partnerships and providing personalized solutions, this role promises a rewarding career path in a rapidly growing logistics firm. Join a team that values hard work, celebrates achievements, and prioritizes work/life balance.

Benefits

Room for advancement

Free On-site training

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) Plan

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills are essential for this role.
• Proficiency in Google Suite and Excel is required.

Responsibilities

• Generate new sales opportunities through research and analysis.
• Analyze customer needs and provide personalized solutions.
• Collaborate with the team on pricing strategy and account plans.

Skills

Google Suite

Excel

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Multitasking

Education

High School or GED Equivalent

Associate's Degree (AA/AS) or Bachelor's Degree (BA)

Job description

Entry Level Inside Sales Rep - Burr Ridge, IL or Tinley Park, IL

Circle Logistics is a 3rd party logistics firm focused on delivering our three core promises to our customers: No-Fail Service, Personalized Communication, and Innovative Solutions. We leverage our technology, industry experience, and employee ingenuity to develop industry-leading transportation solutions. After 10 years of 100% growth annually, we have grown to 15 locations across the country year over year. With over $500m in revenue, we are ranked as a Top 50 Freight broker as a privately owned company, with an entrepreneurial spirit and culture.

Why have a job, when you can have a career that you're passionate about?

Prior to the COVID epidemic, Logistics was an industry most people would admit “I’ve never known logistics was such a large industry”. With supply chain issues on every news channel for 2 years straight, logisticians have the ability to have a great impact on our society. If you're looking for a fast-paced, exciting industry, where every day is different, and your workload constantly teaches something new, Circle Logistics may be the perfect fit for you.

Why Join Circle:

We believe all our employees require a work/life balance and our team will tell you, “We Work Hard & We Play Hard”. Circle provides a competitive pay package & benefits to our team members. That is why we recognize those who go the extra mile and celebrate our victories as a goal-oriented team.

An Inside Sales Representative is what we call a forward-thinking, service-oriented, incentive-driven, Business-to-Business sales professional. Our sales force is the lifeblood of our aggressive growth company.

Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Generate and identify new sales opportunities through research, analysis, and discovery
2. Analyze customers’ needs and offer personalized solutions to their problems
3. Match customer demand with quotes for their freight-related inquiries
4. Build strategies that will result in increased sales and stronger partnerships
5. Maintain and update accurate information in the company's operating systems
6. Organize and manage your daily shipments to ensure our "No-Fail" policy
7. Collaborate with your team on pricing strategy and account implementation plans
8. Communicate effectively both internally and externally
9. Assist with converting drivers to mobile electronic tracking systems
10. Maintain a strong grasp of market knowledge of shipping lanes, geography, and seasonality

Skills/Abilities:

1. Proficient in Google Suite and Excel
2. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
3. Strong attention to detail
4. Willing to be available after hours and on weekends if needed (proactively planned)
5. Excellent problem-solving and time management skills
6. Business-minded, with an ability to multitask in a fast-paced work environment

Education and Experience:

High School or GED Equivalent / (AA)(AS) or (BA) a bonus

Sales experience preferred - but not required

Benefits:

1. Room for advancement in a fast-growing company that promotes from within
2. Free On-site training and career development
3. Paid holidays and paid time off after 90 days
4. Insurance benefits include but are not limited to: Health, vision, dental, life, and disability
5. 401(k) Plan