Chicago Sales Representative - New Grads
Logistics done differently. Not just a gig but a career. Echo is looking for motivated, self-starters who are eager to develop a book of business in a fast-paced industry. As a Sales Representative you will be responsible for acquiring new business by engaging with clients over phone and email. You will be focused on offering a variety of logistics services and solutions. Sales Representatives will be equipped with the tools to tackle the full sales cycle; prospecting, relationship building, customer service and operations. As you develop your career as a Sales Representative, there will be opportunity to take your skills to the next level as a National Sales Representative.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, maintain and manage new client relationships
- Help drive new account growth via prospecting, sourcing, and account penetration
- Effectively utilize Salesforce for client prospecting and pipeline management
- Ability to navigate Echo’s proprietary software to manage daily operational tasks such as account management, invoicing and tracking shipments
- Build relationships with internal departments to ensure client transactions are processed accurately and efficiently
- Attend continuous education programs to fully engage in learning the industry, market and business
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
- Strong customer service and relationship building skills
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Motivated by money
- Ability to cold call with assertive, positive and persistent style
- Motivated to reach and exceed quotas
- Ability to remain resilient in an aggressive and competitive environment
- Understands the importance of self-motivation, time-management, and organizational skills
- Thrives in a fast paced environment that requires problem solving and decision making
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting
What’s in it for you?
- Uncapped growth and earning potential
- Eligibility for Operational Support
- Bonus Program
- Fun, energetic and casual work environment
- Paid Volunteer Opportunities
- Multiple incentive opportunities including an award based trip for high performing reps, and bonus based programs
- Opportunities for advancement
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, Pet Insurance and 401K
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or Vietnam era or other protected veteran.