About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Third-party logistics (3PL) / Transportation & Logistics.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Account Executive (inside sales) to join their Tampa Palms, FL office. This role is ideal for motivated, high-energy candidates who want to build a long-term sales career in logistics and transportation. You will learn the business, work leads provided by the company, and grow a book of business while receiving industry-leading training and coaching.

• Handle inbound and outbound sales calls to move freight across modes (van, flatbed, LTL, intermodal, air, ocean)
• Use company-provided leads and CRM to qualify prospects and close new customer business
• Negotiate pricing and terms with shippers and coordinate with operations to ensure service delivery
• Develop and maintain customer relationships; act as a trusted advisor on clients’ freight and logistics needs
• Track activity and update systems accurately and consistently
• Collaborate with Logistics Coordinators and internal teams to resolve client issues
• Pursue development opportunities and sales promotions as you hit targets

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What Success Looks Like (First 12 Months)

• Week 1: Complete paid onboarding and training; begin phone-based sales activity
• Month 1: Start building a portfolio using provided leads; begin closing business
• Months 2–6: Become a trusted resource for customers; work with operations to increase capacity for new sales
• Year 1+: Own a growing book of business and pursue advancement opportunities through demonstrated results

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Who You Are (Qualifications)

• Entry-level / early career candidates welcome; Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required
• Self-motivated, persistent, and coachable
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• High energy, strong work ethic, and an entrepreneurial mindset
• Comfortable with cold-calling, negotiation, and performance-driven targets
• Interest in logistics, supply chain, or transportation is a plus

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Compensation & Benefits

Confidential Client offers a competitive package including:

• $52,000 starting salary
• $1,000 signing bonus
• UNCAPPED commission (eligible starting in the first week of training)
• Unlimited PTO
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Extensive, paid sales and logistics training
• Ongoing sales contests, Chairman’s Club recognition, and internal promotion paths
• Fun, team-driven culture

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Why This Role — from Third-Party Recruiter Perspective

Careertakes partners with Confidential Client to connect eager early-career sales talent with a proven 3PL employer. This role provides structured training, immediate sales activity, and a clear path to accelerate income through commission while building valuable logistics expertise — a strong move for candidates targeting long-term growth in transportation sales.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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