Entry Level Sales Representative

Total Quality Logistics

Columbus, OH

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$40,000–$50,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Brokerage, Cargo/Freight, Carrier Quality, Communication Skills, Financial Planning, Leadership, Logistics, Metrics, Negotiation Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Resolve Customer Issues, Sales, Sales Management, Sales Prospecting, Sales Support, Sales Training, Set Goals, Time Management, Training Program, Truckload Freight, Tuition Reimbursement, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Columbus, OH
POSTED
Today

Total Quality Logistics provided pay rangeThis range is provided by Total Quality Logistics. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay range$40,000.00/yr - $50,000.00/yrAdditional compensation typesCommissionDirect message the job poster from Total Quality LogisticsEntry level sales at TQL is an opportunity to build a career with an industry leader that offers an award-winning culture and high earning potential with uncapped commission. This is more than just sales; you'll build relationships, negotiate freight deals, solve complex logistics issues and manage shipments from pickup to delivery. No experience necessary: we offer a paid, hands‑on formal training program in sales and logistics.What's in it for you:$40,000 - $50,000 minimum compensation your first year, based on educationUncapped commission opportunityOur average sales representative hits six figures after three years of sellingWant to know what the top 20% earn? Ask your recruiterWho we're looking for:You compete daily in a fast‑paced, high‑energy environmentYou're self‑motivated, set ambitious goals and work relentlessly to achieve themYou're coachable , enjoy solving problems and thinking on your feetCollege degree preferred , but not requiredMilitary veterans encouraged to applyWhat you'll do:Receive 6 months of direct training from experienced Logistics Account ExecutivesHelp your account executive solve customer needs, find carriers for time‑sensitive freight and manage daily operationsParticipate in hands‑on and virtual training sessionsDevelop negotiation skills through prospecting and cold callingBuild your bookUse your training to meet sales metrics and become eligible for commissionEstablish relationships to close new customersNegotiate prices with customers and carriersResolve freight issues to ensure timely pickup and deliveryWhat you need:Elite work ethic, 100% in‑officeStrong negotiation skills with ability to handle conflictEntrepreneurial mindset and exceptional customer serviceWhy TQL:Certified Great Place to Work with 800+ lifetime workplace award winsOutstanding career growth potential with a structured leadership trackHealth, dental and vision coverage401(k) with company matchOptional paid relocation with sign‑on bonus to the Greater Cincinnati area with TQL's Fast Track ProgramPerks including employee discounts, financial wellness planning, tuition reimbursement and moreWhere you'll be: 640 South Front Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215Employment visa sponsorship is unavailable for this position. Applicants requiring employment visa sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., F‑1 STEM OPT, H‑1B, TN, J1 etc.) will not be considered.About UsTotal Quality Logistics (TQL) is one of the largest freight brokerage firms in the nation. TQL connects customers with truckload freight that needs to be moved with quality carriers who have the capacity to move it.As a company that operates 24/7/365, TQL manages work‑life balance with sales support teams that assist with accounting, and after hours calls and specific needs. At TQL, the opportunities are endless which means that there is room for career advancement and the ability to write your own paycheck.What's your worth? Our open and transparent communication from management creates a successful work environment and custom career path for our employees. TQL is an industry‑leader in the logistics industry with unlimited potential. Be a part of something big.Total Quality Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact recruiting at recruiting@tql.comSeniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeFull‑timeJob functionSales and Business DevelopmentIndustriesTransportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and StorageBenefitsMedical insuranceVision insurance401(k)#J-18808-Ljbffr

About the Company

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Total Quality Logistics

Look around. Virtually everything you use, wear, and eat has made its way to you thanks to the transportation industry - and specifically, truckload transportation. TQL provides the expertise, strategy, and solutions to get raw materials and finished products where they need to be 24/7/365.

We are a nationally recognized, proven leader in transportation logistics. We connect consumer product and industrial goods shippers with truck operators who transport their freight to market destinations across North America. Our 2,000-member workforce identifies the right trucks for particular freight loads, negotiates rates, and ensures on-time delivery. Our insistence on honest, straightforward communications minimizes missed shipments, delays, and product shortages on store shelves.

Our Clients
In 2011, we worked with more than 7,000 customers and 50,000 carriers across North America to move more than 500,000 loads. We moved approximately 3,500 different types of commodities including fresh fruits and vegetables, packaged foods and beverages, meat and poultry, machinery and equipment, and much more. We are recognized experts in moving time-sensitive products, temperature controlled shipments, and cross-border moves.
COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Travel, Transportation and Tourism
FOUNDED
1997
WEBSITE
http://www.tql.com/