Now Hiring - Sales Representative/Freight Broker (Remote option available!) in Sarasota, FL

BBK LOGISTICS INC. is a freight brokerage firm based in beautiful Sarasota, FL. We expertly handle a wide spectrum of shipping types with specialists in every industry. Whether you have truckload shipments a few times a year or multiple times a day, we have the services you need. Together we can align your truckload shipping needs with strong strategies that hold up even when priorities shift.

Our culture allows for a relaxed office environment, casual dress attire, and a management staff that supports and promotes a friendly, professional atmosphere.

Apply now to join a growing team of motivated individuals committed to helping our partners move their products expertly and efficiently!

Position Title: Sales Representative/Freight Broker (This position can be in-person or remote)

Position Summary: The Sales Representative/Freight Broker is responsible for developing and maintaining partnerships with shippers and receivers throughout the United States.

Compensation: Estimated total compensation would be upwards of $120,000/year depending on performance. $60,000/year base salary with 20% commission on the profit of all loads booked for the first year in position (while developing client base); Commission then returns to our standard 5% commission on the profit of all loads booked.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Generates new business partners by researching leads, developing entrance strategies, and qualifying prospects.
• Prepares quotes and contracts to prospective business partners.
• Reviews daily shipment plans; accepts and ensures loads are covered by a carrier.
• Inputs and dispatches Loads.
• Monitors shipments on-time performance; communicates updates to carriers, and customers.
• Sources and qualifies carriers.
• Executes negotiations with carriers through prospecting, cold calling, qualifying, and closing deals.
• Directs communication with vendors to handle all transportation and delivery issues.
• Develops and manages own portfolio of business.
• Must be able to make a sales proposal to prospective customers who have freight to ship.
• Must be honest and proactive with all types of communications with customers and carriers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and CRM and TMS-related software suites.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, Supply Chain Management, Logistics & Transportation, or other related field of study preferred.
• 1+ years of experience in trucking or other logistics field preferred.
• 1+ years of sales experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

[please apply online]