Logistics Specialist
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Job Location:
Grand Prairie, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
3 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Location: Grand Prairie TX
Compensation: $65000 $90000 base commission
Department: Freight Brokerage / Logistics
Reports To: Sales Manager or Brokerage Manager
Position Summary
The Logistics Specialist (Inside Sales) is responsible for developing customer relationships while coordinating freight movements through carrier partners. This role blends inside sales carrier negotiation and operational execution allowing individuals to build and grow a personal book of business.
This position serves as a developmental pathway into higher-level brokerage sales roles.
Essential Responsibilities
Customer Sales & Development
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Build and maintain relationships with new and existing customers
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Identify shipping needs and present tailored logistics solutions
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Generate new business via outbound calls referrals and prospecting
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Support account growth through consistent service delivery
Carrier Procurement & Execution
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Develop relationships with qualified carriers
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Negotiate competitive rates to achieve margin targets
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Coordinate shipments from pickup through delivery
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Monitor freight status and resolve service issues proactively
Operations & Collaboration
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Balance sales and operational responsibilities
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Utilize TMS systems to manage freight and documentation
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Maintain accurate CRM records and shipment updates
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Collaborate with brokerage team members to maximize performance
Qualifications
Education
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Bachelors degree preferred or equivalent experience
Experience
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13 years inside sales logistics or professional customer service experience
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Freight brokerage or transportation experience preferred
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Multi-modal freight knowledge (TL LTL intermodal drayage) a plus
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TMS experience preferred
Skills & Competencies
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Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills
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Excellent communication abilities
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Competitive and entrepreneurial mindset
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Strong time management and organization
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Ability to thrive in commission-driven environments
Career Advancement Path
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Logistics Account Executive
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Carrier Sales Representative
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Freight Broker / Account Manager
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Senior Logistics Sales Executive
Key Skills
- Shipping & Receiving
- Inventory Control
- Data Entry
- AS400
- Transportation Management Systems
- EDI
- Microsoft Outlook
- Warehouse Experience
- Office Experience
- Dispatching
- Microsoft Excel
- Logistics
