Entry-Level Sales Representative

Go2 Logistics; River Grove (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO after 90 days

Company holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company up

Job summary

Go2 Logistics in Chicago, IL is hiring an Inside Sales Representative to develop new business through outbound calling, email outreach, and LinkedIn. You will work with an experienced sales team to learn the transportation industry and grow your own book of business.

This fast-paced role emphasizes persistence, goal-orientation, and strong communication. Prior logistics experience is not required; training and ongoing support are provided.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Comfortable making outbound cold calls to prospective customers.
• Ability to prospect and build relationships with decision-makers.
• Strong follow-up and pipeline management skills.

Responsibilities

• Make outbound cold calls to prospective customers.
• Prospect via email, LinkedIn, and other channels.
• Connect with transportation, supply chain, and procurement decision-makers.
• Build relationships and identify new business opportunities.
• Maintain an organized sales pipeline with consistent follow-up.
• Participate in customer calls and meetings.
• Develop and grow assigned customer accounts.

Skills

Cold calling

Prospecting

Relationship building

Communication

Organization

Persistence

Goal-oriented

Job description

Go2 Logistics is a Chicago-based, full-service transportation provider helping companies move freight across North America. With 17 terminals nationwide and a network of company assets, owner-operators, and trusted partner carriers, our team keeps freight moving around the clock.

As an Inside Sales Representative, you’ll focus on developing new business through cold calling, prospecting, and building relationships with potential customers. You’ll work alongside an experienced sales team while learning the transportation industry and developing the skills needed to eventually build and manage your own book of business.

This is a fast-paced role for someone who is outgoing, competitive, persistent, and comfortable picking up the phone. No previous logistics experience is required. If you enjoy talking to new people and are motivated by goals and results, this is a great opportunity to build your career in sales.

What Your Day-to-Day Will Look Like

• Make outbound cold calls to prospective customers
• Prospect through email, LinkedIn, and other outreach
• Connect with transportation, supply chain, and procurement decision-makers
• Build relationships and identify new business opportunities
• Maintain an organized pipeline and consistently follow up with prospects
• Participate in customer calls and meetings
• Develop and grow your own customer accounts

What We're Looking For

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Confident and comfortable making cold calls
• Competitive, motivated, and goal-oriented
• Persistent and able to handle rejection with a positive attitude
• Organized with strong follow-up skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Students and recent graduates are encouraged to apply
• Competitive pay
• Performance incentives and bonus opportunities
• Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company
• Casual dress and relaxed office environment
• Hands-on training and ongoing support

Additional Benefits for Full-Time Employees

• Paid time off starting after 90 days, with PTO increasing based on tenure
• Paid company holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available after 30 days, with family coverage options
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 4% company match