Outside Sales - Expedited Freight - Gpac
Des Plaines, IL
About the Job
Position: Outside Sales - Expedited Freight
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential customers in the transportation and logistics industry
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand the client base
- Present and promote the company's Expedited Freight services to secure new contracts
- Negotiate pricing and terms to maximize profitability while meeting customer needs
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth execution and delivery of services
Essential Job Functions:
- Conduct market research to identify trends, competitors, and potential growth areas
- Prepare and deliver impactful sales presentations to key decision-makers
- Generate and follow up on leads, cold calls, and referrals
- Develop sales strategies and tactics to achieve monthly and annual targets
- Maintain accurate records of sales activities and customer interactions in CRM system
Skills:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Outside Sales, preferably in the transportation and logistics industry
- Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Excellent presentation skills with the ability to think on your feet
- Self-motivated and driven to succeed in a competitive market
Resumes can be sent confidentially to justin.minter@gogpac.com with the subject "OSEF Application"
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
