Account Executive (St. Petersburg, FL)

Responsibilities: Prospect and develop strong professional relationships—via phone and e-mails — to sell freight transportation brokerage services Identify, pursue, and close new business opportunities while growing existing customer accounts Develop and maintain customer relationships through proactive outreach, account management, and business development activities Provide full cycle customer service from contract to delivery Understand the customers’ shipping needs and negotiate rates Contact carriers/trucking companies to find the most efficient shipping option, provide order tracking and delivery confirmation Manage multiple priorities and maintain the flow of business information with a sense of urgency Other duties as required or assigned

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree preferred Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to build and grow a book of business Comfortable making outbound sales calls and engaging prospective customers Aptitude and appreciation for selling in a fast-paced environment Strong verbal and written communication, organizational, and follow-through skills Strong work ethic with a team mentality No logistics experience required Schedule Full-time, on-site — Columbus, OH Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST Rotational Saturday Scheduling 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST One (1) Saturday Per Month What we offer you Annual Salary Equivalent: $42,000- $50,000 — dependent on relevant work experience Immediate Uncapped Commissions paid bi-weekly Longship has one of the highest commission pay-outs within the industry Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance 401K with great company matching Paid time off and paid holidays Quarterly sales rewards, including trips, monetary bonuses and more 26-week, on-site training that provides the industry knowledge, sales skills, and operational expertise needed for success Internal advancement opportunities & career development Newly renovated, state-of-the-art facility with a private fitness center Intramural sports, strong comradery, and a collaborative work environment Projected Account Executive Earnings Year 1 (Post-Training): $98,000 Year 2: $147,000 Year 3: $172,000 Individual earnings vary based on performance and results Ready to build a rewarding sales career with unlimited earning potential? Longship is an at-will employer. Longship is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.