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Sales Representative-Pittsburgh
full-time•Pittsburgh
About this role
Overview
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.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
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
Your first six months
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.
Pay And Benefits
At PLS Logistics Services, we take pride in attracting top talent. In addition to unlimited PTO and a $47,000 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
Tuition reimbursement
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
Our ideal candidate
- Bachelor’s degree in related field (preferred)
- Logistics brokerage experience (preferred)
- Self-motivated
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong work ethic
- Persistence
- Adaptable and dynamic
- High energy
- Entrepreneurial spirit
Pay Range
USD $47,000.00 - USD $47,000.00 /Yr.What you'll do
- Sales Representatives will develop a portfolio of clients through cold calling and manage logistics challenges for customers. They will also work closely with Logistics Coordinators and update tracking systems accurately.
About PLS Logistics Services
PLS Logistics Services has delivered transportation solutions since 1991. Based in Cranberry Township, PA, a suburb of Pittsburgh, PLS Logistics Services provides dependable outsourced logistics solutions and freight brokerage services.
We manage over one million loads each year through all major freight modes: flatbed, van, LTL, rail & barge, air & ocean. Our customers benefit from our broad PLS transportation network of over 50,000 qualified carrier partners, along with Class-1 railroads and major barge companies.
Small and mid-sized businesses and Fortune 500 organizations alike trust PLS to manage their transportation. We are consistently ranking as a top logistics provider by Inbound Logistics, Transport Topics, and other industry-leading publications.
With decades of experience and satisfied customers, we've redefined how making logistics easier doesn't mean cutting corners. No matter the obstacle, our dedicated team of experts can craft a solution to fit any business and keep their bottom line intact. Our employees' passion, dedication, energy, and camaraderie are what make PLS the company it is today.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Sales Representative-Pittsburgh do at PLS Logistics Services?
As a Sales Representative-Pittsburgh at PLS Logistics Services, you will: sales Representatives will develop a portfolio of clients through cold calling and manage logistics challenges for customers. They will also work closely with Logistics Coordinators and update tracking systems accurately..
Is the Sales Representative-Pittsburgh position at PLS Logistics Services remote?
The Sales Representative-Pittsburgh position at PLS Logistics Services is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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