Senior Freight Solutions Consultant

Alliant Energy; Fairfax (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Travero, a subsidiary of Alliant Energy, is seeking a Senior Freight Solutions Consultant to generate and grow sales in a non-asset-based brokerage model. You will own the full sales cycle, target accounts, build a robust pipeline, and collaborate with operations to deliver tailored logistics solutions.

The role emphasizes outbound prospecting, relationship-building, and strategic account management across designated verticals and markets, with a base salary plus commissions and strong earnings

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of sales experience in freight brokerage, logistics, or transportation.
• Proven track record of generating new business and meeting sales targets.
• Strong outbound prospecting and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple accounts and opportunities simultaneously.
• Experience using CRM systems (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce).

Responsibilities

• Identify, target, and pursue new customers within designated industry verticals and geographic markets.
• Generate qualified sales opportunities through proactive outreach and referrals.
• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing.
• Maintain accurate CRM records for customers, opportunities, and activities.
• Develop and execute account strategies to win and grow freight opportunities.
• Build long-term customer relationships as a trusted business partner.
• Collaborate with operations to ensure solutions are feasible and implemented.

Skills

Outbound prospecting

Relationship building

CRM experience

Account management

Negotiation

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Marketing or related field

Tools

HubSpot

Salesforce

Job description

At Travero, we believe there is always a way to get to YES; that innovative thinking can overcome any challenge; that being a good partner means delivering – every time; that silos are something you see out the window, not at the office; and that success requires agility and ambitious action. With experts in freight brokerage, rail and barge terminal services, warehouse management and transloading, Travero gives customers a one-stop shop for customized supply chain solutions so they can focus on the thing they care about most - growing their business.Travero, a wholly owned subsidiary of Alliant Energy, is a logistics solutions company with more than 100 years of experience in freight management and delivery.Job SummaryThe Senior Freight Solutions Consultant is responsible for generating and growing sales through new customer acquisition and account expansion within a non-asset-based freight brokerage model. This role is heavily focused on providing managed and specialized solutions, creating long-term relationships based on selling value over price. Requires outbound prospecting, relationship development, and pipeline conversion, with success driven by the ability to earn customer trust and deliver tailored logistics solutions.This individual will own the full sales cycle within defined go-to-market verticals. Explicitly defined as identifying target accounts all the way through closing. Partnering closely with operations to ensure service execution aligns with customer expectations.What you will doIdentify, target, and pursue new customers within designated industry verticals and geographic marketsGenerate qualified sales opportunities through proactive outreach, networking, referrals, and industry engagement.Build and maintain a consistent pipeline of qualified opportunities to achieve margin and revenue goals.Manage the full sales cycle, including prospecting, qualification, proposal development, negotiation, and closingMaintain accurate and timely customer, opportunity, and activity records in the CRM systemsDevelop and execute account strategies to win and grow freight opportunitiesEstablish and maintain strong, long-term customers relationships as a trusted business partner.Conduct regular customer to identify growth opportunities and ensure high levels of service satisfactionAnalyze supply chains needs and develop customized transportation and logistics solutions.Collaborate with operations team to ensure proposed solutions are operationally feasible and successfully implemented.Serve as the voice of the customer by providing marketing intelligence, competitive insights, and providing feedback Contribute to sales strategy development by identifying emerging market trends and business opportunities.Education RequirementsHigh School Diploma or GED - RequiredBachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics Transportation, Marketing, or related field - Preferred.Required Experience2–5+ years of sales experience, preferably in freight brokerage, logistics, or transportationProven track record of generating new business and meeting sales targetsStrong outbound prospecting and relationship-building skillsAbility to manage multiple accounts and opportunities simultaneouslyExperience using CRM systems (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce)Motivated, self-starter that can proactively operate, independent of daily guidancePreferred ExperienceExperience in a non-asset-based brokerage environmentEstablished industry network or book of businessKnowledge of freight modes (FTL, LTL, specialized)Understanding of supply chain operations and logistics solutionsKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesRelationship Building: Ability to earn trust quickly and sustain long-term partnershipsDrive & Execution: Ability to proactively build pipeline and close opportunitiesProblem Solving: Ability to translate customer challenges into actionable solutionsCommunication: Ability to be clear, confident, and persuasive with varied stakeholdersResilience: Comfortable operating in a high-rejection, performance-driven environmentOur people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.Travero offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Most employees will be eligible for the following benefits.Paid time off including vacation days, sick days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, non-birthing parents, and adoptive parents;Healthcare, dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;Tuition reimbursementThis position has an annualized market-based salary range:Base Pay of $60,000 – $80,000 plus commissions, with target annual earnings of $150,000+ and Year 1 ramp support providedThe final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.It's not just what we do; it's how we do it.Live Safety. Everyone. Always | Make Things Better | Care For Others | Do The Right Thing | Act For Tomorrow | Think Beyond. Be BoldTravero is committed to providing an inclusive work environment for all and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.All candidates selected for employment with Alliant Energy will be required to successfully complete a background check, and a drug screen where applicable.Visa sponsorship not supported.Disclaimer:The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.Alliant Energy and affiliates is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please email [e-mail].