Logistics Account Executive

First Star Logistics, LLC; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited commission

Career growth path

High commission payouts

Salary + Commission ($42,500)

Job summary

First Star Logistics, LLC is seeking an entry-level Sales professional in the transportation sector. This role combines operations and sales in a fast-paced office environment, focusing on building a client base, presenting multi-modal shipping solutions, and securing new business with competitive rates.

You will research leads, dispatch to carriers, and maintain carrier relationships while pursuing growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Have the drive, assertiveness, passion, and dedication to succeed in the logistics industry.
• Ability to work independently while supporting an overall team mentality.
• Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment with rapidly changing priorities.
• Ability to work in a blended role of operations and sales in an office environment.
• Able to handle and prioritize high call volumes and customers inquiries.

Responsibilities

• Research leads, develop entrance strategies, and qualify prospects transportation spend to generate new business and profitability.
• Present multiple modes of transportation to build a complete transportation and supply chain solution.
• Prepare rates and proposals for partners to meet monthly and quarterly goals.
• Dispatch to carriers and update loads in the TMS following policy and procedure.
• Track and trace freight movements from origin to destination and solve issues efficiently.

Skills

Drive and initiative

Independent work

Multitasking

Operations and sales blend

Customer inquiries handling

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Job Snapshot:

• Employee Type: Full time
• Industry:Transportation,Sales – Marketing
• Manages Others: No
• Job Type: Sales, Transportation, Entry level

First Star Logistics, LLC. is an experienced global logistics shipping provider whose core business is the transport of your freight by arranging and securing space for your shipment between states and countries via common carriers such as trucks, railroads, and ocean liners. We also have an in house freightbrokerage department, allowing us to service the entire country.

We believe that our first responsibility is to our clients who depend on us to transport their shipment safely, securely and on time. We understand that the lifeblood of many businesses is the predictable flow of their products and supplies. Not only must our customers’ shipments be delivered promptly and accurately, but we must be there for the customer to attend to every shipping detail for them so that they can focus on other aspects of their business without the worries of where their shipment is and when it will arrive.

Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Research leads, develop entrance strategies, and qualify your prospects transportation spend to generate new business partners and individual and branch profitability
• Present multiple modes of transportation to your customer base, allowing yourself to build a complete transportation and supply chain solution for the customer
• Prepare rates and to prospective business partners and gain lucrative opportunities that will assist you in successfully meeting your monthly, quarterly, and team goals and initiatives
• Dispatch to your carriers, and properly update your loads within our transportation management system, ensuring all of your loads are following policy and procedure
• Consistently track and trace your freight movements from origination to destination, and take full responsibility for any occurrences while solving them both constructively and efficiently
• Maintain contact with your carriers, and any other parties that will be handling your freight to ensure the shipper and consignee are aware of any challenges or issues that may arise
• Continuously develop your carrier base allowing for optimal solutions for your customers
• Manage existing business accounts and continuously exude the highest level of customer service

Our rewards:

• Unlimited commission opportunity.
• A career path like no other. Grow your own book of business or run your own office.
• Industry High commission payouts
• $42,500 Salary + Commission
• 401k+ Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Have the drive, assertiveness, passion, and dedication to succeed in the logistics industry
• Ability to work independently while supporting an overall team mentality
• Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment with rapidly changing priorities
• Ability to work in a blended role of operations and sales in an office environment
• Able to handle and prioritize high call volumes and customers inquiries

Qualities

• High school Diploma or Equivalent
• Previous experience in a full truckload business development and operational environment preferred but NOT REQUIRED
• Prior Sales experience can help but you can still succeed without it