Sales Representative - Uncapped Commission

TQL Call Center; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Optional paid relocation with sign-on bonus

Job summary

TQL Call Center in Knoxville, Tennessee is seeking entry-level sales professionals. This role offers a unique opportunity to build a career with industry leaders, featuring a paid training program in logistics and high earning potential with uncapped commission.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, coachable, and enjoys solving complex problems. Responsibilities include building customer relationships and managing shipments, with formal training provided by experienced professionals.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and goal-oriented.
• Ability to handle conflict and solve problems.
• Entrepreneurial mindset.

Responsibilities

• Complete 6 months of direct training with Logistics Account Executives.
• Negotiate prices and resolve freight issues.
• Build relationships and close new customer accounts.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Customer service

Work ethic

Education

College degree preferred

Job description

About the Role

Entry level sales at TQL is an opportunity to build a career with an industry leader that offers an award‑winning culture and high earning potential with uncapped commission. This is more than just sales; you'll build relationships, negotiate freight deals, solve complex logistics issues, and manage shipments from pickup to delivery. No experience necessary: we offer a paid, hands‑on formal training program in sales and logistics.

What’s In It For You

• $40,000 - $50,000 minimum compensation first year, based on education
• Uncapped commission opportunity; average representative hits six figures after three years of selling

Who We’re Looking For

• Compete daily in a fast‑paced, high‑energy environment
• Self‑motivated, set ambitious goals and work relentlessly to achieve them
• Coachable, enjoy solving problems and thinking on your feet
• College degree preferred but not required
• Military veterans encouraged to apply

What You’ll Do

• Receive 6 months of direct training from experienced Logistics Account Executives
  • Help your account executive solve customer needs, find carriers for time‑sensitive freight and manage daily operations
  • Participate in hands‑on and virtual training sessions
  • Develop negotiation skills through prospecting and cold calling
• Build your book
  • Use training to meet sales metrics and become eligible for commission
  • Establish relationships to close new customers
  • Negotiate prices with customers and carriers
  • Resolve freight issues to ensure timely pickup and delivery

What You Need

• Elite work ethic, 100% in‑office
• Strong negotiation skills with ability to handle conflict
• Entrepreneurial mindset and exceptional customer service

Why TQL

• Certified Great Place to Work with 900+ lifetime award wins
• Outstanding career growth potential with a structured leadership track
• Comprehensive benefits package
  • Health, dental and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Optional paid relocation with sign‑on bonus to the Greater Cincinnati area with TQL's Fast Track Program
  • Perks including employee discounts, financial wellness planning, tuition reimbursement and more

Location

800 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, Tennessee 37929

Employment Visa Sponsorship

Employment visa sponsorship is unavailable for this position. Applicants requiring employment visa sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., F-1 STEM OPT, H-1B, TN, J‑1, etc.) will not be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Total Quality Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

Accessibility Statement

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