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 (Transportation & Logistics).

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

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Role Overview

Confidential Client is a third‑party logistics (3PL) provider specializing in over‑the‑road truckloads for fresh, frozen, and dry shipments. They are hiring entry‑level Account Executives (Sales) who are motivated, coachable, and driven to build long‑term customer relationships in a fast‑paced logistics sales environment.

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Key Responsibilities

• Prospect and develop professional relationships by phone and email to sell freight transportation brokerage services
• Manage full‑cycle customer service from contract to on‑time delivery
• Assess customers’ shipping needs and negotiate competitive rates
• Source and coordinate carriers/trucking companies to secure efficient shipping solutions
• Provide shipment tracking and delivery confirmations
• Contact customers daily to generate revenue and maintain relationships
• Identify sales opportunities and close deals
• Manage multiple priorities with a sense of urgency and strong follow‑through
• Perform other duties as required

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required
• Entrepreneurial sales approach; comfortable without a fixed territory
• Confident cold‑calling skills — not afraid to pick up the phone
• Comfortable selling in a fast‑paced, commission‑driven environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong follow‑through
• Strong work ethic and team mentality
• Coachable, goal‑oriented, and customer focused

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Compensation & Benefits

• Starting Base Salary: $40,040 – $50,000 (dependent on relevant experience)
• Immediate uncapped commissions paid bi‑weekly
• Industry‑leading commission payout structure
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Quarterly sales rewards (trips, cash bonuses, and more)
• 26‑week on‑site training program
• Internal advancement opportunities and career development
• Newly renovated facility with a private fitness center
• Intramural sports and a collaborative team culture

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Projected Earnings (Representative)

• First full year post‑training: $98,000 (projected)
• Year 2: $147,000 (projected)
• Year 3: $172,000 (projected)

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What Success Looks Like

• Quickly build a pipeline through outbound prospecting and relationship management
• Consistently convert opportunities into closed business with profitable margins
• Maintain high standards of customer service and reliable shipment execution
• Grow professionally through the training program and pursue internal advancement

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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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