Carrier Sales Representative

Zengistics • Austin, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are a technology-enabled third-party logistics (3PL) brokerage run by passionate industry experts. We have been disrupting the status quo of the traditional freight broker experience while quietly transforming the industry. Our strong financial backing and top-tier portfolio of customers are only a few of the reasons Zengistics is one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry. Utilizing our innovative transportation management software, we consistently deliver world-class service and peace of mind to our customers.
This is a fantastic opportunity to learn the basics of the transportation industry and kickstart your career in logistics. You will shadow and work alongside successful, tenured, sales representatives who know the job inside and out. You will also train and work directly with our Sales & Account Management team and watch how they handle every detail of moving our customer’s freight. Finally, you will get in on the action and interact with our carrier partners. As a key player in the transformation and modernization of this trillion-dollar industry career opportunities at Zengistics are limitless!

Requirements

• Entrepreneurial minded and eager to take initiative.
• Competitive, coachable, and self-motivated.
• An organized professional with exceptional time management skills.
• An excellent communicator with an ability to build powerful relationships.
• Technology savvy and capable of using multiple software platforms simultaneously.
• Able to communicate effectively via email and phone.
• Able to commute to our Downtown Austin office 4 days a week.

Nice To Haves

• Preferably some logistics background but not required.

Responsibilities

• Remaining in frequent contact with carrier partners to grow relationships.
• Partnering with senior members of the operations team to confirm freight specifications.
• Unearthing new carrier partner opportunities and turn them into long-term partnerships.
• Identifying, mitigating, and resolving potential operational delays and obstacles.
• Working accurately and effectively as part of the Zengistics team to make sure our carrier partners are delighted with the experience of working with us.
• Placing and receiving calls with dispatchers and truck drivers.
• Documenting communication to ensure transparent and efficient carrier operations.
• Collecting important paperwork from shippers and carriers.
• Tracking and tracing shipments and deliveries of our customer’s freight.

Benefits

• Earn a competitive salary and commission package.
• Outstanding Medical, Dental & Vision benefits.
• Employer paid Life Insurance and LTD.
• Flexible PTO.
• Matching 401k program.
• The opportunity to be a part of a driven, professional and committed team focused on success.

What This Job Offers

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