Now Hiring - OpenRoad, Inc - Business Development Representative in Vancouver, WA

Full description of the position

OpenRoad is a logistics powerhouse made up of 3 companies – OpenRoad Transportation, OpenRoad Financial Services, and OpenRoad Trucking – each playing a uniquely critical role in the supply chain and logistics industry. Our dedication to continuous improvement, commitment to exceeding expectations, and award-winning culture has been the catalyst of our continued growth and success. As a nationally recognized Top Workplace and Inc. 5000 fastest-growing company, our mission of empowering global business is spreading far and wide – and it all begins with the incredible people who call OpenRoad their home.

About the role:

As a Business Development Representative at OpenRoad Transportation, Inc. (ORT), you will be responsible for selling our industry-leading services, with the full support of a team of professionals, processes, and technology behind you. You will develop new and existing customer relationships in order to move their freight in the most efficient and cost-effective manner.

Responsibilities:

Identify prospects utilizing lead sourcing tools, web search engines, personal networking, industry publications, etc.

Utilize research skills to prepare for sales calls and identify decision makers

Cold call leads

Identify prospect needs and educate/persuade prospects to utilize ORT's service offerings

Research and understand market trends, industry standards, and localized environments to provide accurate quotes/pricing

Maintain and develop relationships with prospect and existing customer accounts

Collaborate with operations and carrier teams to ensure complete load visibility and excellent customer service

Possess a sense of urgency in all matters, especially concerning problem resolution and prevention

Possess excellent communication and relationship building skills

Ability to work and thrive in a team environment

Qualifications:

Excellent verbal and written communication

Have a sense of urgency, self-confidence, passion, open-mindedness, and commitment to do whatever it takes to satisfy the customer

At least 2 years of experience in transportation, warehouse, or logistics

At least 2 years of experience in sales and/or customer service

Why OpenRoad:

Advance your career with a reliable company committed to sustainable growth

Full benefits package including 401k, Safe Harbor match, PTO, paid holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, and more

Competitive salary with opportunities for professional growth

Professional, fast-paced, collaborative culture

Flexible work schedules

More about OpenRoad Transportation:

OpenRoad Transportation is focused on moving our customers’ freight by sourcing capacity from our large carrier network. We offer a comprehensive suite of services including truckload, LTL, intermodal, air/ocean, and global forwarding in order to holistically provide transportation solutions for our customers. Wherever their freight needs to go, we can get it there.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Commission pay

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• Hybrid remote
• Office

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vancouver, WA 98684: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vancouver, WA 98684