Logistics Solutions Consultant

WorldWide Logistics; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Brand new HQ in Urbandale

Uncapped commission potential

Career advancement opportunities

Catered lunches and weekly food trucks

PTO Plan

Full benefits package

401k with match

Job summary

WorldWide Logistics is seeking a Logistics Solutions Consultant in Urbandale to ensure efficient, reliable freight movement while growing revenue through new business development. You will blend operations with sales, build strategic client partnerships, and deliver outstanding service.

The role requires strong negotiation skills, prioritization, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while pursuing growth opportunities and exceptional customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent; optional Bachelor’s degree
• 1–2 years of successful sales experience preferred
• 3–5 years in logistics, freight brokerage, or transportation sales; track record in account management and business development
• Strong negotiation and communication skills (written and oral)

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain partnerships with clients through proactive communication and consultative support
• Oversee end-to-end shipping process, ensuring timely pickup, transport, and delivery of goods
• Liaise with clients, carriers, shippers, and receivers to resolve operational issues quickly
• Match customer freight with qualified carriers and negotiate contracts
• Collaborate with pricing teams to ensure competitive, profitable rates
• Prospect and network to grow your book of business
• Develop tailored logistics solutions for new customer opportunities
• Achieve revenue and margin growth targets while maintaining service excellence

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Client relationships

Results-driven

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Sales experience 1–2 years

Logistics/transportation sales 3–5 years

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Worldwide Logistics is one of the fastest growing 3PLs in the country. We operate with reinforced core values, confidence, and take pride in the job that we do every day. The transportation world is rooted in relationships - we take pride in the connections that we create on and offsite by using our unique ability to partner with others. We have an innovative and progressive culture that allows for career growth and financial rewards.

Since 1999, WorldWide Logistics has grown exponentially leading to continuous rapid growth. This has given us the ability to build a brand new 76,000 square foot HQ building completed in 2023. Our new HQ features a modern amenity rich environment for employees including a café, numerous collaborative areas, food markets, a large outdoor patio seating area, and a quarter mile lighted walking path around a serene pond.

WorldWide Logistics is passionate about continuous improvement and seeking out individuals who are innovative, proactive, motivated, and coachable. One of our most impactful qualities is the ability to embrace challenges, grow through change, and encourage creativity to get ahead of the constant market variables.

Purpose of the Job:

The Logistics Solutions Consultant is responsible for ensuring both efficient and reliable freight movement and growing revenue through new business development. This role combines operational excellence with sales responsibilities, focusing on building strategic client partnerships, delivering outstanding service, and expanding the company’s market presence.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with clients through proactive communication and consultative support
• Oversee the end-to-end shipping process, ensuring timely pickup, transportation, and delivery of goods
• Act as the liaison between clients, carriers, shippers, and receivers to resolve operational issues quickly
• Match customer freight with qualified carriers and negotiate competitive contracts
• Collaborate with pricing teams to ensure competitive, profitable rates
• Prospect, cold-call, and network to grow your book of business
• Identify and pursue new customer opportunities by developing tailored logistics solutions
• Achieve revenue and margin growth targets while maintaining service excellence

Other Skills & Abilities:

• Strong negotiation and communication skills (written and oral)
• Proven ability to build and grow client relationships
• Results-driven with a focus on both service and sales outcomes
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Positive, learning-oriented attitude with strong problem-solving skills

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 1 to 3 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred minimum 1-2 years of successful sales experience.
• Preferred minimum 3–5 years of experience in logistics, freight brokerage, or transportation sales, with a proven track record in both account management and business development.

What's in it for You?

At WorldWide Logistics, we value our employees and believe in providing a positive work environment. As part of our team, you will enjoy:

• Brand new HQ building in Urbandale off I-80/35
• Competitive Salary PLUS uncapped commission potential
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Catered lunches and weekly food trucks
• Monthly Employee Appreciation Day
• Company Swag
• Employee Clubs i.e., Gardening, Art, Book, Dungeons and Dragons, etc.
• Bags Tournaments
• Community Involvement
• PTO Plan
• Full suite of benefits including health, dental, vision, flexible spending plans, life insurance, voluntary life, voluntary short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability, 401k with a match, voluntary ID Theft plan
• Access to cutting-edge technology
• A collaborative and supportive team culture