Commercial Business Development Agent - UIC Bowhead Transport, LLC

Overview

UIC Bowhead Transport, LLC is seeking a full-time Commercial Business Development Agent. Reporting directly to the Director of Marine Services, this position provides administrative and sales support by managing communications, coordinating meetings, preparing proposals and reports, and maintaining organized contact and filing systems to support business development efforts. This role requires strong communication, organization, and time-management skills, along with the ability to multitask, support sales activities such as cold calls and follow-ups, and effectively use technology tools to track and archive business development information. The ideal candidate will be a motivated team player who is eager to contribute to Bowhead’s continued growth and success.

As the Bowhead business continues to grow and its vessel fleet expands, this role is essential to supporting daily operations in Seattle, across Alaska, and in preparation for expansion into the South Pacific.

Responsibilities

Essential functions will include:

• Answer and route incoming calls using a courteous and professional approach.

• Respond to email and telephone inquiries promptly and accurately.

• Prepare project proposals for review and approval by the Director of Marine Services.

• Coordinate and schedule appointments, conference calls, and meetings.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date contact lists.

• Use the Bowhead Transport Smartsheet system to archive contact information and proposals.

• Support the preparation of recurring and ad hoc reports.

• Establish and maintain organized electronic and paper filing systems.

• Participate in regularly scheduled sales meetings.

• Conduct outbound cold calls and complete follow-up communications as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Demonstrated industry experience.

• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks efficiently.

• High attention to detail and effective problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong organizational and planning capabilities.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

• The ability to be a team player providing reliability, punctuality, creativity, and the drive to be a part of continuing growth and prosperity at Bowhead Transport

• Initiative and an eagerness to learn and grow professionally.

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Preferred qualifications:

• Associate or bachelor's degree in business administration.

Physical and Mental Demands:

• Ability to sit for extended periods and work at a computer.

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally (e.g., boxes, files, supplies).

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach as needed for filing or office tasks.

• Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and phones.

• Clear verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to maintain focus and attention to detail in a busy work environment.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines under minimal supervision.

• Must be able to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

Working Conditions:

• The ability to travel occasionally.

• The willingness to occasionally work flexible hours including weekends (as determined by UIC Bowhead Transport management).

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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity postershere ( .

All candidates must apply online at , and submit a completed application for all positions they wish to be considered. Once the employment application has been completed and submitted, any changes to the application after submission may not be reviewed. Please contact a UIC HR Recruiter if you have made a significant change to your application. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), persons unable to complete an online application should contact UIC Human Resources for assistance .

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC) is the village corporation of Utqiaġvik, Alaska and is recognized as one of Alaska’s top 10 companies with approximately 4,400 employees nationwide and revenues above $1 Billion annually. UIC is projected to grow substantially in the coming years to become a top 3 company in Alaska by 2030. As a proud Alaska Native Corporation, our success brings growth and benefits to our Iñupiat shareholders. The size and diversity of our operations means we have a broad variety of career opportunities.

UIC and its subsidiaries are committed to and strive for safety, quality, business ethics, and shareholder value. We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

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Requisition ID 2026-25067

Category Admin/Office Support

Location : Location US-AK-Anchorage

Travel Requirement Less than 10%

Entity : Name UIC Bowhead Transport LLC