Sales Representative

Do you want to learn how to become a dynamic sales executive?

Do you want to build your own long-lasting book of business?

Do you want access to the best training program in the industry and get paid while doing so?

Do you want a database full of customers across the continent, without having to prospect for them?

Who we are:

Over our 30+ year history, PLS Logistics Services has become one of the country’s top 25 third-party logistics (3PL) management services providers. We are headquartered in Cranberry Township, PA, with offices in Jacksonville, Tampa, Houston, Dallas, Phoenix, St. Louis, Philadelphia & Pittsburgh. We are growing as an organization and are looking for top talent to join our team.

What is a Sales Representative?

As a Sales Representative at PLS, you will act as an essential resource for your customers, helping ship their freight across the nation, 24/7/365. This inside sales role will come with the passionate support of our company and your co-workers around you.

Your first week:

• Learn about PLS and the logistics industry.
• Hear from our top home-grown leaders on how to be successful.
• Participate in our fully paid training and Orientation.
• Familiarize yourself with our business model and transportation management system.
• Get on the phones and grow your network!

Your first month:

• Continue to develop a portfolio of clients by cold-calling industry leads..
• Maintain a strong understanding of the industry, including rates, capacities, and carriers.
• Negotiate pricing.
• Take charge of client service issues to the point of resolution.
• Be open to coaching and learning while putting in the time and effort to be successful.
• Update tracking system accurately throughout the day.

Your first six months:

• Be the trusted advisor to your customer, helping manage their logistics challenges.
• Continue to foster strong relationships across North America.
• Liaise with Logistics Coordinators to help shoulder your load and allow you to bring in more business.
• Seek out promotional opportunities to move up the ranks.

Your first year and after:

• You tell us. Write your own ticket. 

Pay and benefits:

At PLS, we take pride in attracting top talent. In addition to unlimited PTO and a $47,000 starting salary, our benefits include:

$1,000 signing bonus.
UNCAPPED commission, starting in the first week of training.
Full medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
Tuition reimbursement.
Extensive growth opportunities and a long track record of internal promotions to back it up.
401k plan with employer match.
Chairman’s Club opportunity – celebrate with the best of best as a reward for being a top sales representative.
Fun and welcoming work environment.
Extensive, world-class sales and logistics training.
Ongoing sales competitions with prizes.

Our ideal candidate:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field (preferred)
• Self-motivated
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong work ethic
• Persistence
• Adaptable and dynamic
• High energy
• Entrepreneurial spirit

At PLS, we ship over one million loads annually across all major freight modes: flatbed, van, LTL, rail & barge, air & ocean. Our customers benefit from our broad PLS Transportation network of over 250,000 trucks representing 45,000 carrier partners, along with Class-1 railroads and major barge companies. Are you ready to jump-start your career? 

PLS Logistics Services is An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.