Transportation Sales Manager

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a natural Sales Leader with experience in the transportation industry, who can influence and motivate others to perform at a high level. This candidate will act as a coach and advocate to develop and train a sales team while creating an encouraging and positive environment. They will go above and beyond expectations to grow and mentor their team and will need to be energetic, creative and knowledgeable to overcome challenges daily.

Day to Day Functions:

• Conduct sales training for all new sales employees.
• Conduct weekly & monthly sales meetings.
• Create sales targets and track daily, weekly and monthly pacing based on projections.
• Conduct performance reviews for assigned team members.
• Manage the CRM, track data being entered and run reports as needed.
• Ensure goals and expectations are achieved such as: phone stats, new customers, revenue, margins and other daily metrics.
• Assist with customer quotes and execution of day-to-day operations including but not limited to building, booking and dispatching loads.
• Assist with hiring process.
• Communicate, train, and manage remote employees.
• Additional Measurements and Expectations:
  • Individuals and teams are meeting/exceeding targeted goals.
  • Team’s margin dollars and percentages are maximized.
  • The efficient and effective conversion from trainee to Client Solutions Manager.
  • Continuous growth across multiple verticals.
  • Team accountability and profitability.

Qualifications:

• You must be able to work full-time Monday through Friday
• A College Degree is preferred.
• Mcleod TMS experience is preferred but not a must
• Team lead or management experience.
• You must have relevant, advanced sales success in the Transportation Logistics industry.
• Proven ability to energetically lead a sales team to overcome challenges.
• Demonstrated success motivating a sales team to surpass daily, weekly and monthly goals.
• Experience working with technology including Office products and specialized/relevant software platforms.
• Driven by a high moral and ethical compass.

Benefits & Perks

• Paid time off and holidays
• Paid maternity leave
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Career advancement opportunities
• Legal assistance and identity theft protection

Recognition & Awards

• Named a “Top Employee Benefits Provider” by Mployer 2026
• Ranked #46 on the Top 100 largest freight brokerage firms in the U.S. by Transport Topics 2026
• Ranked as a Top 10 flatbed carrier by Transport Topics 2025