Job Description
Entourage Freight Solutions, an umbrella company of R.S. Hanline, is seeking an Account Executive to work in a third-party logistics / truck brokerage environment. Drive, resilience, self-motivation, and strategic thinking are necessary qualities that the ideal candidate for this role will possess. This sales role primarily focuses on produce transportation and temperature-controlled freight. Candidates with a proven history of acquiring and retaining business relationships are preferred. This position offers a competitive base salary, plus quarterly commission payouts based on sales-performance.
Responsibilities:
Source, detect, and qualify leads to secure new customers
Manage and maintain current customer accounts
Negotiate rates, payment terms, contract terms, discounts, etc. with customers
Work with Carrier Sales Reps to book carriers for sales made, or book carriers on your own
Ensure all contacts and rate confirmations are accurate and secure
Verify accuracy of the sale; freight, carrier information, etc.
Responsible for obtaining BOL’s and invoices from the carrier of choice, and ensuring these are successfully received by accounting
Build and retain meaningful relationships with accounts/customers
Qualifications:
2-5 Years of experience in Sales, Logistics, Transportation, Produce, or Freight Brokerage preferred
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited 4-year college preferred
Strategic thinking and analytical skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Effective negotiation skills
Attention to detail/accuracy
Must be a self-starter, self-motivated, and resilient
Excellent customer service skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Ability to navigate a TMS System
Collaborative; able to work effectively in a team-environment
What we Offer:
Healthy commission structure
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance after 30 days
401k with company match effective your first day
PTO
Company paid Life Insurance
Flexible Schedule
Company cellphone plan
Fun and collaborative team environment!
Entourage Freight Solutions is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment and advancement opportunities are available to all individuals on an at-will basis, regardless of their race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, protective hairstyle, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.