Entry Level Sales

Entry Level Sales

Reports To : Director of Training

Location : Chicago IL

Environment : Onsite

Who We Are :

Recognized by Gartner in their Modern 4PL Market Guide Redwood Logistics is at the forefront of industry innovation. Our cutting-edge supply chain technology pairs with the expertise of our brilliant minds to empower logistics execution across North America and Mexico.

Leveraging a comprehensive range of services data-centric network solutions and a seamlessly integrated platform we have established our prominence as a key player in the mid-market segment within the freight tech industry.

Whether youre just starting your career or are an established professional looking for your next opportunity Redwood inspires innovation across teams to provide transformative solutions for our customers.

Purpose of Your Work :

As a Carrier Development Representative working within our freight brokerage you will be responsible for identifying sourcing and developing strong business relationships with service providers to achieve maximum profitability and customer satisfaction while upholding Redwoods standard of operational excellence.

How You Make a Difference Everyday :

• Expand knowledge of transportation industry within carrier sales and Redwood operations
• Build and maintain new and current strategic carrier profiles through research and networking and aligning Redwood truckload sales opportunities
• Actively engage carrier partners primarily by phone targeting 80 dials per day
• Build understanding of macro-market conditions and how it has an impact on truckload rates and capacity
• Learn to and negotiate freight rates to motor carriers to maximize profitability on a daily weekly monthly quarterly basis
• Coordinate available customer freight with available motor carrier equipment while utilizing Redwoods internal postings
• Consistently provide service and support to motor carriers to build the business relationship
• Learn and execute to Redwoods level of exceptional customer service and resolve issues timely when needed
• Track and monitor shipments to proactively address any issues or delays during transit
• Verify all freight charges confirm receipt of Bill of Lading and resolve all payables discrepancies prior to final payment to motor carrier
• Monitor Bill of Lading discrepancies to ensure proper return of commodity is arranged as necessary
• Research contact and develop new carrier relationships to leverage a portfolio of carrier networks to introduce new capacity to customer sales opportunities

Youve Got This

What We Offer :

Work Schedule :

This position is full-time and onsite Monday through Friday from 7 : 00 AM to 4 : 00 PM or 8 : 00 AM to 5 : 00 PM with an hour break but flexibility is available based on coverage.

Compensation Range :

$45000 - $49500 competitive commission program

This position is eligible to earn monthly incentives based on individual and company performance.

The estimated pay range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position years of relevant experience specific and unique skills level of education attained certifications or other professional licenses held the geographical location in which the applicant lives and / or which they will be performing the job and the budgeted funds for this role.

Redwood is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions at the Company are based on individual merit qualifications abilities and the Companys needs and resources. The Company does not discriminate in recruiting hiring compensation promotions discipline termination or any other aspect of employment on the basis of an individuals actual or perceived race color creed religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity national origin ancestry citizenship status age disability marital status military service or status genetic information arrest and conviction record credit history or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Required Experience :

Junior IC

Key Skills

Databases,Computer Hardware,Typing,Microsoft Office,Data Entry,Computer Skills,Microsoft Word,Office Experience,10 Key Calculator,Microsoft Excel,Order Entry,Word Processing

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 45000 - 49500