Account Executive

PLS Logistics

Sales Representative

Tampa FL

$52,000 starting salary + Uncapped Commission

FULL TIME IN OFFICE Monday-Friday

Do you want to learn how to become a dynamic sales executive? Do you want to build your own long-lasting book of business? Do you want access to the best training program in the industry and get paid while doing so? Do you want a database full of customers across the continent, without having to prospect for them?

What is a Sales Account Executive?

As a Sales Account Executive at PLS Logistics Services, you will act as an essential resource for your customers, helping ship their freight across the nation, 24/7/365. The inside sales role comes with the passionate support of our company and your co-workers around you. Who we are Over our 30+ year history, PLS Logistics Services has become one of the country’s top 25 third-party logistics (3PL) services providers. We are headquartered in Cranberry Township, PA, with offices in Jacksonville, Tampa, Houston, Dallas, Phoenix, St. Louis, Philadelphia & Pittsburgh. We are growing as an organization and are looking for top talent to join our team.

Your First Week

• Learn about PLS Logistics Services and the logistics industry
• Hear from our top home-grown leaders on how to be successful
• Participate in our fully paid training and orientation
• Familiarize yourself with our business model and transportation management system
• Get on the phones and grow your network

Your First Month

• Continue to develop a portfolio of clients by cold calling using our provided industry leads
• Understand how to negotiate pricing to close the deal
• Take charge of client service issues to the point of resolution
• Be open to coaching and learning while putting in the time and effort to be successful
• Update tracking system accurately throughout the day

Your First Six Months

• Be the trusted advisor to your customer, helping manage their logistics challenges
• Liaise with Logistics Coordinators to help shoulder your load and allow you to bring in more business
• Seek out promotional opportunities to move up the ranks
• Maintain a strong understanding of the industry, including rates, capacities, and carriers.

Your First Year and After

• You tell us. Write your own ticket.

Pay and Benefits

At PLS Logistics Services, we take pride in attracting top talent. In addition to unlimited PTO and a $52,000 starting salary, our benefits include:

-$1,000 signing bonus.

-UNCAPPED commission, starting in the first week of training

-Full medical, dental, and vision coverage options

-Tuition reimbursement

-Extensive growth opportunities and a long track record of internal promotions to back it up

-401k plan with employer match.

-Chairman’s Club opportunity – celebrate with the best of best as a reward for being a top sales representative

-Fun and welcoming work environment

-Extensive, world-class sales and logistics training

-Ongoing sales competitions with prizes

Our ideal candidate

• Bachelor’s degree in related field (preferred)
• Self-motivated
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong work ethic
• Persistence
• Adaptable and dynamic
• High energy
• Entrepreneurial spirit

At PLS Logistics Services, we ship over one million loads annually across all major freight modes: flatbed, van, LTL, rail & barge, air & ocean. Our customers benefit from our broad PLS Transportation network of over 250,000 trucks representing 55,000 carrier partners, along with Class-1 railroads and major barge companies. Are you ready to jump-start your career?

PLS Logistics Services is An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.