Sales Internship (Buchanan Executive - Fort Wayne, IN)

At Buchanan Hauling & Rigging, we’re constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. We know that a positive work environment creates happy employees, which boosts productivity and dedication. On our team, you’ll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.

The Sales Internship with Buchanan Logistics offers students an immersive experience in inside sales within the transportation industry. Interns will engage in prospect research, cold calling, scheduling appointments with potential customers, and develop familiarity with Buchanan's Customer Relationship Management system.

What You’ll Do On a Typical Day

• Remove duplicate customers in CRM system
• Verify contact information of customers in CRM System
• Confirm and update operating hours, special instructions, receiver vs shipper etc.
• Confirm and update location hours, special instructions and requirements
• Research potential customers and write brief synopsis of potential shipping needs
• Cold call customers to schedule appointments with decision maker
• Participate in sales appointments
• Meticulously record all activity in the CRM system
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
  
  

Education and Experience

• Students who are going into their junior or senior year.
• Minimum 2.7 GPA
• Degree of study related to position e.g. business administration, entrepreneurship, sales ect.
  
  

Be part of something big.

Department: Logistics

This is an internship position