Now Hiring - Garrison Logistics - Business Development Representative in Chattanooga, TN

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Overview As a Business Development Manager, you are responsible for selling logistics transportation services to current and potential customers. Must actively seek out and engage customer prospects. Must have the ability to build and maintain relationships and negotiate agreements. Some travel may be required. A thorough understanding of the transportation industry is required. Duties/Responsibilities * Identify and solicit new client opportunities. * Develop and consult with current customer base * Responsible for growth of customer relations Manage customer service day to day operations * Manage entire logistic information systems appropriately * Develop leads and cold call potential customers * Listens to customer queries patiently and find resolution to issues * Manage and negotiate rates * Able to multitask and resolve issues in high pressure situations * Resolve transportation problems with urgency and professionalism Education and Experience: * College degree in related field preferred * Previous experience in customer service and sales preferred * Knowledge of trucking industry a required Required Skills/Abilities: * Excellent listening skills * Energetic and personable * Ability to use critical thinking skills * Ability to interact and communicate effectively over the phone, through email, and face to face * Ability to recognize when action is necessary and to implement the required actions within a reasonable time * Ability to prioritize workflow to use time effectively * Ability to perform mathematical calculations to determine transit times * Ability to use discretion and good judgement * Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Job Type: Full-time Pay: $45,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid parental leave * Paid time off * Parental leave * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday Supplemental Pay: * Bonus opportunities * Commission pay Ability to Relocate: * Chattanooga, TN 37402: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person