Logistics Sales Specialist

HIRING IMMEDIATELY: LOGISTICS SALES SPECIALIST IN WOOD DALE, IL

Accurate Personnel is hiring immediately for a Logistics Sales Specialist to join our team in Wood Dale, Illinois. This individual will be responsible for identifying and acquiring new business opportunities through prospecting and relationship development, maintaining and expanding relationships with existing clients, serving as a trusted advisor for their logistics needs, and much more listed below. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise in logistics—including ocean freight, domestic transportation, and warehousing—to develop new business opportunities and maintain strong client relationships.

This role focuses on expanding our customer base while delivering customized logistics solutions. Apply online and kickstart your career today!

• Starting at $120-150k
• Excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
• M-F, 8am-5pm, Weekends as needed
• Located in Wood Dale, Illinois

• Identify and acquire new business opportunities through prospecting and relationship development
• Maintain and expand relationships with existing clients, serving as a trusted advisor for their logistics needs
• Develop and deliver tailored proposals and presentations
• Negotiate contracts and pricing to secure profitable deals
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless delivery of logistics services
• Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities
• Provide regular sales reports and forecasts to management
• Support business development and strategic initiatives aligned with air freight growth objectives

• Proven experience in logistics sales, including ocean freight, domestic transportation, and warehousing
• Strong ability to acquire new customers and build pipelines directly with shippers or key decision-makers
• Demonstrated success in meeting and exceeding sales targets
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM systems preferred
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills required
• Knowledge of customs regulations and international shipping processes is a plus
• Experience in air freight sales or operations strongly preferred
• Existing network of shippers and logistics industry contacts
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Requires some domestic travel (10–20%) and occasional international travel for client meetings and industry events
• Minimum of 3+ years of logistics industry sales experience
• Must be able to communicate effectively in written and spoken form

Salary range based on experience

Accurate Personnel provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.