Entry Level Truckload Transportation Sales Representative - Syracuse, NY

Description:If you want to be part of an integral and progressive industry, consider an ENTRY-LEVEL position on our Transportation Sales Team. You will first become a transportation and logistics expert. This means learning the ins-and-outs of the industry from the experts, your team members. Armed with the ability to help businesses of all sizes to improve the efficiency and cost of transportation, you'll be securing new business and helping existing clients expand the use of our services. But there's more to this job than selling - much more. You'll be making it happen too! Using our extensive base of carrier services you will put together a plan for each client. This requires figuring out the best way to solve your clients tough supply chain problems and then negotiating the best deals with one of over 45,000 carriers under contract with CHRW. You will then implement your solution, and handle the day-to-day challenges that are presented in the transportation industry.The responsibilities for this position include:- Manage shipper and carrier relationships for LTL carriers- Negotiate rates- Source carriers- Generate business leads- Track load statusQualifications:The required qualifications for this position include:- Effective communication skills- Strong customer service skills- Attention to detail and accuracy- Ability to multi-task- Team oriented- Decision making skills- Problem solving and analytical skills- Growth and sales orientedThe preferred qualifications for this position include:- Bachelors degree or equivalent industry experienceC.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. EOESalary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experienceWe offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, prescription drug coverage, paid holidays and vacation, disability insurance, life insurance, 401K with company match, profit sharing, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and the opportunity to prosper in a growing Fortune 500 company.Job Location: Syracuse, NYJob Number: 3166Company URL: http://www.chrobinson.com/careers/Company Profile:At C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. our roots run deep. In 1905, Charles Henry Robinson started a small produce brokerage that developed the traditions and standards of service that shaped the Fortune 500 Company we are today. As a global provider of multimodal transportation and produce services, we are headquartered in Eden Prairie, MN and operate through a network of 7,150 employees in more than 218 offices in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Europe, Asia, and South America. We are the largest third party logistics (3PL) company in North America, and our services extend to more than 25,000 customers globally, ranging from other Fortune 500 companies to small businesses in a variety of industries.Our people are our greatest asset and create a unique corporate culture that has built strong relationships with customers around the world. They execute our tradition of service on a daily basis and take pride in sustaining our dynamic leadership in the transportation logistics industry. Youll feel the energy the moment you step into one of our branches. That energy is what inspires us to find motivated individuals to join us in our quest to find solutions, develop innovative technology, and provide exceptional service to our customers.Equal Opportunity Employer C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc.   Home | About Us | Benefits | How To Apply | Internships | Our Culture | Our People | Contact Us © 1998 C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. | Site Map | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy