Sales Representative - Uncapped Commission

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Optional paid relocation with sign-on bonus

Job summary

TQL Call Center in Lexington, Kentucky, is seeking candidates for entry-level sales positions. This role offers comprehensive training, enabling you to build a successful career in logistics and sales, with an earning potential of $40,000 – $50,000 in your first year and uncapped commission.

Ideal candidates are self-motivated, competitive, and have good negotiation skills. TQL promotes a growth culture with various benefits including health coverage, 401(k), and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to handle conflict.
• Entrepreneurial mindset.
• Elite work ethic, 100% in-office.

Responsibilities

• Receive six months of direct training from experienced Logistics Account Executives.
• Use your training to meet sales metrics and become eligible for commission.
• Negotiate prices with customers and carriers.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Customer service

Self-motivation

Education

College degree preferred, but not required

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. No experience necessary: we offer a paid, hands‑on formal training program in sales and logistics. This is more than just sales; you'll build relationships, negotiate freight deals, solve complex logistics issues and manage shipments from pickup to delivery.

What’s In It For You

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

Want to know what the top 20% earn? Ask your recruiter.

Who We’re Looking For

• You compete daily in a fast‑paced, high‑energy environment
• You’re self‑motivated, set ambitious goals and work relentlessly to achieve them
• You’re 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 six 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 your 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 workplace 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

745 W. New Circle Road, Lexington, Kentucky 40511

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, J1 etc.) will not be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact recruiting at [e-mail].