New Grad Account Executive | Entry-Level Sales & Logistics | $52K Base + Commission |

PLS Logistics Services; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

$1,000 signing bonus

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401k match

Uncapped commissions

Chairman’s Club opportunity

Job summary

PLS Logistics Services is seeking a Sales Representative to help ship freight across the nation, 24/7/365. You will receive thorough training and ongoing coaching to build a client portfolio, negotiate pricing, and resolve service issues while collaborating with Logistics Coordinators to grow the business.

The role offersUnlimited PTO, a $52,000 starting salary, a $1,000 signing bonus, uncapped commissions, and comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage, plus 401k with employer match and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field (preferred).
• Self-motivated.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Help ship freight across the nation, 24/7/365.
• Develop a portfolio of clients by cold calling using provided industry leads.
• Negotiate pricing to close deals and resolve client service issues.
• Be the trusted advisor to customers and liaise with Logistics Coordinators to grow business.
• Maintain accurate activity tracking and market knowledge.

Job description

Responsibilities

As a Sales Representative at PLS Logistics Services, you will act as an essential resource for your customers, helping ship their freight across the nation, 24/7/365. The inside sales role comes with the passionate support of our company and your co-workers around you.

Your first week

• Learn about PLS Logistics Services and the logistics industry
• Hear from our top home-grown leaders on how to be successful
• Participate in our fully paid training and orientation
• Familiarize yourself with our business model and transportation management system
• Get on the phones and grow your network

Your first month

• Continue to develop a portfolio of clients by cold calling using our provided industry leads
• Understand how to negotiate pricing to close the deal
• Take charge of client service issues to the point of resolution
• Be open to coaching and learning while putting in the time and effort to be successful
• Update tracking system accurately throughout the day
• Be the trusted advisor to your customer, helping manage their logistics challenges
• Liaise with Logistics Coordinators to help shoulder your load and allow you to bring in more business
• Seek out promotional opportunities to move up the ranks
• Maintain a strong understanding of the industry, including rates, capacities, and carriers.

Your first year and after

• You tell us. Write your own ticket.

At PLS Logistics Services, we take pride in attracting top talent. In addition to unlimited PTO and a $52,000 starting salary, our benefits include:

• $1,000 signing bonus.
• UNCAPPED commission, starting in the first week of training
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage options
• Extensive growth opportunities and a long track record of internal promotions to back it up
• 401k plan with employer match.
• Chairman’s Club opportunity – celebrate with the best of best as a reward for being a top sales representative
• Fun and welcoming work environment
• Extensive, world-class sales and logistics training
• Ongoing sales competitions with prizes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field (preferred)
• Self-motivated
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills