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Sales Representative - Entry Level (Tampa)

Confidential Client•Transportation
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$86,129
Tampa Palms, Florida
8 Days Ago

The Sales Representative at Confidential Client is an entry-level inside sales role focused on building and managing a client portfolio to facilitate freight shipping across multiple transportation modes. The position offers comprehensive training, uncapped commission, and growth opportunities within a leading third-party logistics provider. The role requires strong communication, persistence, and adaptability to become a trusted advisor and contribute to the company's expanding logistics network.

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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.

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


Role overview

Confidential client is hiring an entry-level Sales Representative based in Tampa Palms, FL. This inside-sales role combines paid onboarding and world-class training with real revenue opportunities: you’ll work with an existing customer database, learn logistics solutions, and start earning uncapped commission early in training.


What You’ll Do

  • Act as a trusted sales resource for customers, helping move freight across the nation (all major modes).
  • Work inside sales—phone outreach, quoting, negotiating, and closing deals using provided industry leads.
  • Manage client service issues to resolution and update tracking systems accurately and promptly.
  • Collaborate with logistics coordinators to execute shipments and scale your book of business.
  • Maintain industry knowledge of rates, carrier capacity, and logistics options to advise customers.
  • Participate in ongoing coaching, training, and sales competitions.

What You’ll Learn & Early milestones

First week

    • Participate in fully paid training and orientation.
    • Learn the business model and transportation management system.
    • Hear from top internal leaders and begin phone outreach.

First month

    • Build a client portfolio by calling provided leads and qualifying opportunities.
    • Learn pricing negotiation and closing techniques.
    • Handle client service issues and keep CRM/tracking systems current.

First six months

    • Become a trusted advisor for customer logistics needs.
    • Work with operations to increase capacity to capture more business.
    • Identify internal promotional opportunities and continue skill development.

One year and beyond

    • Grow into senior sales roles or design your own trajectory within the organization.

Compensation & Benefits

  • $52,000 starting salary
  • $1,000 signing bonus
  • Uncapped commission (begins during training)
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage options
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Tuition reimbursement and formal career progression programs
  • Regular sales contests, recognition (Chairman’s Club), and a supportive team environment
  • Extensive sales and logistics training

Confidential client participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.


Our ideal candidate

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field (preferred)
  • Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and persistence
  • High energy, adaptable, and entrepreneurial mindset
  • Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
  • Willingness to learn, accept coaching, and commit time to growth

Additional details

  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Location: Tampa Palms, FL (on-site / inside sales)
  • Industry: Sales
  • Confidential client is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

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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