Business Development Representative
The Business Development Representative at Confidential Client is an entry-level sales role focused on developing and managing customer accounts within the freight brokerage industry. The position involves comprehensive training and mentorship to build expertise in logistics solutions, pricing strategies, and customer relationship management, contributing to the company's growth as a top North American freight brokerage. This role requires strong communication skills, a growth mindset, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a dynamic team environment.
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, Sales.
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Who We Are
Confidential Client is a fast-growing organization in the Sales sector focused on freight brokerage and logistics solutions. We combine technology, operations, and customer-service expertise to deliver reliable shipping solutions. Our culture supports career growth, hands-on learning, and teamwork.
Who We Want
We seek an early-career Business Development Representative (BDR) who is coachable, persistent, and great at building relationships. This role suits someone who wants a career in logistics sales, enjoys a high-energy office environment, and is motivated by measurable results.
How You’ll Learn
You will enter a structured training and mentorship program that includes:
- Classroom training on third-party logistics fundamentals and company processes
- Hands-on practice with proprietary tools and quoting workflows
- Live calling practice and guided outreach to carriers and shippers
- Assigned mentor support during ramp-up and early account work
What You’ll Do
As a Business Development Representative you will support account growth and operational excellence. Typical responsibilities:
- Learn the business model and proprietary systems to become a subject-matter resource
- Communicate with customers and carriers to gather load, budget, and service requirements
- Assist with pricing, quoting, and tailored shipping solutions based on customer needs
- Manage day-to-day account operations and help implement strategic transportation plans
- Collaborate with Client Success and Carrier Capacity teams to resolve issues and improve service
- Proactively identify opportunities to grow existing accounts and support new business development
Qualifications
We encourage applicants who meet most of the following:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred (Business, Management, Logistics or related)
- Strong verbal communication and relationship-building skills
- Comfortable working in a phone-centric, team-oriented sales environment
- High energy, strong work ethic, and a competitive, growth-oriented mindset
- Ability to learn quickly and apply mentorship feedback
Compensation & Benefits
Estimated pay (from source): $76,175 per year (estimated). Benefits typically include:
- Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental coverage
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid holidays, vacation, and wellness days
- 100% paid parental leave (for new parents)
- Relocation assistance where applicable
- On-site perks: coffee bar, gym, employee resource groups, team events
Why This Role
This is a hands-on opportunity to build an account management and sales career in logistics with an established training path, mentorship, and measurable growth opportunities. If you want to develop operational expertise and sales skills in a high-growth Sales environment, this role is a strong fit.
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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