✨ About The Role
- The Business Development Representative will be responsible for developing a pipeline of prospective transportation opportunities with shippers across various industries.
- The role involves generating new sales opportunities through cold-calling, emailing, and networking.
- Candidates will need to gain insights into the organization and processes of prospects to provide tailored solutions.
- Preparing pricing, rate negotiations, and transportation bids in a timely manner is a key responsibility.
- Collaboration with internal teams, such as carrier operations and account management, is essential to ensure best-in-class service delivery.
âš¡ Requirements
- The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, with a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
- A minimum of one year of sales experience is preferred, indicating a foundational understanding of sales processes.
- Strong communication skills are essential, as the role involves building relationships with customers through various channels.
- The candidate should possess excellent negotiation skills and the ability to motivate and persuade decision-makers.
- A competitive spirit and a passion for sales are crucial for success in this role.
- Resilience and persistence in overcoming challenges and objections are important traits for the candidate.