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Freight Sales / Logistics Brokers
Job No:
75252
Location:
Phoenix, AZ & Brooklyn, MI
- Join a well respected, full service transportation provider.
- Enjoy above-average pay and flexible work arrangements.
- Great benefits including medical, dental, disability and more!
About the Organization
With over 28 years of experience, Slingshot Transportation is a full-service transportation company combining assets and third-party logistics (3PL) services. Headquartered in Brooklyn, MI, we have additional terminals and offices located in Canada and across the United States including; Milton, Ajax, and Toronto ON, as well as Fresno CA, Morriston FL, New Bedford MA, and Phoenix AZ.
At Slingshot, we employ a highly skilled team of professionals who all contribute to our goal of providing exceptional service to our valued customers. Testament to this commitment is our 2012 Lakeside Logistics Inc. Supplier Appreciation Award for outstanding service.
Our company is built on the pillars of integrity, quality service and employing superior freight leaders. If you share these same values, please read on to see what a career with Slingshot can offer you!
About the Opportunity
Slingshot is currently seeking Freight Sales / Logistics Brokers in:
- Brooklyn, Michigan
- Phoenix, Arizona
In this role, you will focus on identifying and developing new sales opportunities. You may also support the brokering and coordinating of loads, depending on your skill set.
At Slingshot, you can look forward to joining a leader in freight, transportation and logistics services, and a company that uses a combination of its own assets, as well as 3PL service.
We understand that there are a variety of approaches to successful sales and we are happy to tailor a model that works best for you. These include:
- In Office - most of your time will be spent on the phone with team support provided.
- Corporate Sales Representative – the majority of your time will be spent on-the-road with some office or home office time. This model includes team support and pay is on a “team share” model.
- Independent Freight Broker – you will work independently or with your team in a home or business office.
As an In Office or Independent Freight Broker you will:
- Source and develop new sales;
- Source and qualify carriers;
- Obtain competitive rates;
- Enter and dispatch loads, instruct carriers;
- Track and trace with support from other team members; and
- Provide occasional after hours and weekend support, where necessary.
As a Corporate Sales Representative role, you will predominantly focus on sales.
To succeed in these roles and become a valuable member of our team, you will need:
- An existing book of business;
- 2-5 years of experience within the transportation industry;
- Experience as a Freight Broker;
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; and
- Knowledge of TMW/Truck Mate (considered an asset).
In addition, it is important that you demonstrate a passion for sales and have a proven track record of success. You will also be dedicated to providing top notch service and are accustomed to selling an intangible services like freight services.
Most importantly, you will be an enthusiastic and positive professional who thrives in fast paced environment, enjoys a challenge, and is accustomed to working with targets. If this sounds like you then we want to speak with you today!
About the Benefits
In exchange for all your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with a highly competitive and above-average pay structure. This is your opportunity to directly dictate your earnings potential based on your personal drive. In other words, the sky is the limit! We do not cap earnings.
We also offer a wealth of benefits, including:
- Full training;
- Health care benefits are available;
- Mileage reimbursement for work-related automobile travel; and
- Subsidies for professional development courses taken (negotiable).
At Slingshot, we often hold casual social events and are proud to have built an environment that is collaborative, supportive and progressive. If this sounds like a great environment for you - APPLY TODAY!