Business Sales Representative

Business Sales Representative | Houston, TX

Join our team as a Sales Representative, where you'll leverage your sales expertise to find new business and maintain our current business for the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to all customers as directed by the Sales Director.
• Manage the Sales Department email inbox and respond to all inquiries by the end of the business day.
• Manage the Sales Department voicemail and return calls by the end of the business day.
• Develop and deliver sales quotes by the end of the business day.
• Prepare quotes and contracts for customers.
• Book charters in the fleet management system, ensuring all relevant information is included, such as client itineraries, client needs, maps, etc.
• Build strong relationships with all current and potential clients.
• Maintain all quote documentation with accurate pricing and configurations.
• Collaborate with dispatch, ensuring effective communication with the sales department regarding customer requests, special requests, review of itineraries, farm outs, schedule changes, and special instructions.
• Contribute to department and company goals by supporting team initiatives and completing related tasks as needed.
• Verify charter log hours (paperwork) within the fleet management system as needed.
• Promote the client portal on the company website for client information and payment submission.
• Accurately enter charter driver actual miles in the fleet management system for invoicing as needed.
• Occasional overtime and weekend work as needed.

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy great pay! Starting at $26.00 per hour (can be more based on experience)
• Comprehensive Benefits: Excellent medical coverage starting at $60 per paycheck, with options for dental, vision, short & long-term disability, & company-paid life insurance.
• Secure Your Future: Join our 401(k) plan with a 4% match, vesting after 90 days.

Education / Experience:

• 2-3 years of sales experience (transportation-related is a plus)
• Experience in group travel or tourism environments is preferred.
• Knowledge of the motorcoach industry and/or transportation industry is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to fluently speak, read, and write English
• Proficiency in MS Office.

About Our Company:

At First Class Transportation, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. Similarly, First Class Transportation will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. We are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace equally and ensuring that everyone feels a sense of inclusion and belonging. We also aim to extend this commitment to the partners we work with and the communities we serve. We constantly listen, learn, and evolve to improve these principles. We are proud of our collaborative culture. Our diverse employee population enables us to connect with our customers and turn their feedback into meaningful action. Our culture attracts top talent with shared values and forms the foundation for a great place to work!