Carrier Sales Representative

Who is Backhaul Direct?

An innovative 3PL provider—unyielding in our commitment to manage, streamline, and relentlessly deliver effective freight solutions. Backhaul Direct has been evolving since 2004—from a small start-up to becoming a major domestic and international logistics provider. BHD's balanced approach towards innovation and customer service gives our shipping clients the ability to stay ahead of the curve, while still receiving one-on-one personal attention.

What will you do as a Carrier Sales Representative?

• Negotiate pricing shipment rates with motor carriers


• Resolve motor carrier issues to ensure motor carrier satisfaction and retention


• Call motor carriers daily to capture available equipment and pricing opportunities


• Identify and document motor carrier needs within our transportation management system


• Confer with team leader to discuss issues, coordinate activities, and resolve problems


• Ensure timely pickup and delivery of customer freight shipments

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  What qualifications do you need for a Carrier Sales Representative?

  
  
  
  
  • Previous sales and/or customer service experience preferred
  
  
  • Exceptional verbal, written, and face-to-face communication skills
  
  
  • Detail-oriented and possess organizational skills
  
  
  • Time management skills with ability to continually multi-task
  
  
  • Ability to work independently and remain on task with minimal supervision
  
  
  • Demonstrate problem solving, critical thinking, and decision-making abilities
  
  
  • Proven ability to work independently and be a team player in a fast-paced environment
  
  
  • Proven successful sales experience in telephone sales, personal selling, and customer service
  
  
  • Entrepreneurial spirit with a growth mindset
  
  
  • Financial acumen, and measurable success in developing, implementing, and executing on plans
  
  
  • Proven ability to contribute to a dynamic, high-energy sales team with varying levels of experience
  
  
  
  
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  Why would you choose Backhaul Direct?

  
  
  
  
  • Competitive salaries with uncapped commission potential
  
  
  • Nonexistent dress code (disclaimer: public nudity is highly discouraged and probably illegal)
  
  
  • Strong fundamentals about who we are (Our Fundamentals | Backhaul Direct)
  
  
  • Robust benefit packages (including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, PTO, and paid holidays)
  
  
  • Internal growth opportunities for high performers
  
  
  • This is an in-office position. There is no relocation assistance available.