Business Development Executive (Flatbed/Heavy Haul Experience Needed)

Position Type: Dublin, OH

Salary: $50-60k (depending on experience)

Commission or Bonus Structure: Yes

Job Description:

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Business Development Executive to join our team. This is an on-site position with a focus on driving new business and expanding our customer base. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in freight brokerage, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and recognize priorities is critical
• Ability to deal with stressful situations
• Ability to work cross-functionally with other departments

Preferred Experience:

• Strong Flatbed/HH background required (does not want van/reefer/etc.)
• Background check run on all candidates
• 1 year experience

Duties:

• Aggressively seek new accounts through actions such as cold calling by phone or in person, searching the Internet, industry contacts, or attending transportation functions
• Hunt and prospect for new customers in areas deemed favorable
• Maintain regular “follow-up” contact with potential accounts
• Close and maintain new accounts with the help of an entire operations team
• Keep up to date on market conditions and competition and inform your customers
• Quote business to meet profitability goals selling service over price