Business Development Specialist

Priority1 strives to go beyond simply offering jobs. We foster careers by creating a great working environment for our team members. We hire talented individuals who will provide the best support and can quickly adapt to the rapidly changing world of logistics. These talented men and women drive our business, and we are committed to their success. Priority1 is looking for a driven, competitive Business Development Specialist to help grow our nationwide Agent Network. In this role, you'll be on the front lines of Priority1's growth—prospecting, connecting with successful logistics sales professionals, and identifying high-potential Agents who can expand our presence across the country. This is a fast-paced, high-volume opportunity for someone who loves building relationships, thrives on competition, and is motivated by results. Priority1 strives to go beyond simply offering jobs—we build careers. We create an environment where talented, motivated people have the opportunity to grow, succeed, and make an impact. Our team members drive our business, and we're committed to giving them the support and resources they need to succeed in the rapidly changing world of logistics.

Job Responsibilities

• Heavy prospecting to find and identify top talent within the logistics industry
• Make 80+ outbound calls per day to logistics sales professionals
• Identify and qualify new potential Agents to continuously grow your pipeline
• Build rapport and establish trust quickly with prospective Agents
• Sell the Priority1 Agent opportunity and successfully transition qualified prospects
• Work closely with the Director to ensure efficient Agent transitions
• Aggressively expand Priority1's Agent Network throughout the United States through consistent prospecting and solicitation efforts
• Meet and exceed new business quotas as assigned by the Director
• Take on additional duties and projects as assigned by the Director

Job Requirements

• College degree preferred
• Proven experience in sales or recruitment preferred but not necessary
• Proven self-starter with confidence, high energy and competitiveness
• Naturally enthusiastic and energetic
• Determined to be part of a winning team

Benefits & Pay

• Base Salary of $50,000+ Commission Model
• 401k & Profit Sharing Plan
• Medical Insurance with premiums paid at 100% for employees AND dependents
• Dental Insurance 100% paid for Employee Vision Insurance HSA with Employer Contributions Life Insurance Short Term Disability Long Term Disability 401(k) Plan Profit Sharing: Typical annual contribution of 15% of total eligible compensation Paid Holidays AND PTO Cancer, Critical Illness, and Accident Policies available

Priority1 is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affidative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin #ZR #indeedsales #indeedsupport Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities 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) Priority1 is a privately held, non-asset-based logistics brokerage provider that introduces proprietary technology to small and medium shippers, aiding them in managing their transportation spend more efficiently. We leverage our volume of over 1.5M annual shipments to create unique partnerships with asset-based carriers in the North American freight market. Our industry-leading technology and group purchasing power provide our customers with the necessary tools to control their freight and transportation costs while improving visibility in their distribution network. Our mission is to be the innovator and leader in establishing customers, employees, and vendors by exceeding their expectations through our people, technology expertise, and value. We measure our success by how well we can simplify your logistics needs. Your product, our priority.