Now Hiring - RXO, Inc. - Sales Assistant in Kansas City, MO

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Accelerate your career at RXO. RXO is a leading provider of transportation solutions. With cutting-edge technology at the center, we're revolutionizing the industry with our massive network and commitment to finding solutions for every challenge. We create more efficient ways for shippers and carriers to transport goods across North America. As the Assistant, Sales, you will maintain reports, track shipments, and solve issues that arise, ensuring that our customers have a positive experience. What your day-to-day will look like: * Support Sales with managing the branches key accounts * Enter loads and confirm notes about the status of shipments * Schedule pickup and delivery appointments with warehouses and customers * Track the status of shipments from inception to delivery, and communicate with the customer on the status of the shipments * Handle any issues that arise on shipments and share information and updates with the customer * Enter information into the Transportation Management System (TMS) and prepare loads for accounting; ensure that entries are accurate and complete * Communicate all shipment, billing or follow-up issues to the Sales Manager and Carrier Operations Group * Prioritize the daily workload and focus of your accounts, including load entry, tracking and reporting * Monitor report cards What you 'll need to excel: At a minimum, you'll need: * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Self-motivated work style with the capacity to work well with minimal direct supervision or in a team environment * The ability to work in a fast-paced environment It'd be great if you also have: * 1 year of sales or customer service experience * 1 year of related experience and/or training, and a general understanding of the transportation industry * Solid attention to detail and follow-up skills with experience identifying and resolving problems In this role, you'll be supported by a passionate team motivated by fast-paced innovation and the desire to deliver for customers. We're a company where you can continually advance your career, no matter your background -- the opportunities are endless and yours for the taking. If you're driven and looking for a place to grow, come join us. * Does this sound like you? Check out what else RXO has to offer. * Massive Benefits * Competitive pay * Health, dental and vision insurance * 401(k) with company match * Life insurance, disability * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) * Paid time off * Tuition reimbursement program * Our Culture We do great things when we are inclusive and work together. To perform with excellence, we learn from one another, value diverse perspectives, operate safely, and build strong relationships. We welcome everyone regardless of background, identity or ability. * The Next Step Ready to join our team? We'd love to hear from you. Fill out an application now and join our talent community to learn about future opportunities. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test. The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification. Review RXO's candidate privacy statement here and RXO's Privacy Notice to California Job Applicants here.