Account Executive Sales

Avenue Logistics • Chicago, IL

21h • $45,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Avenue Logistics is not your typical logistics provider. Located in Chicago's vibrant Lincoln Park area, we stand out as a dynamic, fast-growing, and innovative company, led by an executive team with decades of experience. As a relatively young company, you will have the chance to tap into an emerging market and secure new business prospects, all while benefiting from the industry's highest paying commission plan. Avenue Logistics provides a unique opportunity for individuals who are passionate about earning substantial income while working alongside the very best in the logistics industry. Our mission is simple but powerful: we aim to redefine success in the logistics industry by recognizing the value of hard work. At Avenue Logistics, we don't just offer jobs; we provide a chance to be part of a team that's changing the game. We measure success through our unwavering commitment to exceptional customer service standards. We firmly believe that our success is intrinsically tied to your success. As a Sales Account Executive at Avenue Logistics, you will play a vital role in our success story. Your responsibilities will include developing and maintaining long-lasting relationships with reliable carriers, securing capacity, negotiating rates, and tracking freight to provide the best service to our customers. We offer a comprehensive training program, including traditional classroom training and hands-on mentorship, to ensure you're set up for success. You'll also focus on the fast-paced brokerage aspect of our business, utilizing our in-house CRM and proprietary software to help customers move their inventory in the most cost-effective way by identifying and providing logistics solutions.

Requirements

• Motivation to earn a substantial income through a commission-driven compensation plan
• Experience in 3PL transportation industry setting is preferred but not required
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems under pressure as our industry can be time sensitive and heavily impacted by outside factors i.e. bad weather, traffic delays, and tight delivery deadlines
• Analytical and critical thinking abilities
• Strong customer service and relationship-building skills
• Effective communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation)
• Competitive and intrinsically motivated mentality
• Motivated by money and driven by numbers
• Ability to be personable, persistent, and assertive on all calls
• Self-motivated, ability to manage own time, organizational skills
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment that requires problem-solving and decision making
• Ability to work both independently and in a team setting

Nice To Haves

• Experience in 3PL transportation industry setting is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Act as the intermediary between shippers and transportation companies, ensuring seamless material delivery from A to B
• Seek new transportation partners and shippers for the Avenue network to increase capacity
• Continuously build and expand their book of business by adding new leads
• Develop, maintain, and manage carrier relationships through strong communication skills and exceptional customer service
• Competitively negotiate rates with carriers based on market trends
• Drive new account growth via prospecting, sourcing, and account development
• Collaborate with carrier partners and shippers to continually seek new solutions and opportunities for their business
• Improve the quality of our transportation partners and shipper base

Benefits

• A competitive salary + uncapped commission
• A fun, energetic, and casual work environment
• An opportunity to make an immediate impact with a growing company and the opportunity for unlimited growth
• Work at our new office in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood (1457 N. Halsted St.)
• Train and develop alongside experts in the logistics industry
• Excellent benefits package- Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance
• 401K matching
• Transit Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed