Account Executive Trainee (May/June 2026 Start Date)

Summary: PLS Logistics Services is a logistics company seeking an Account Executive Trainee to support customers in shipping freight across the nation. The role involves extensive training, client portfolio development, and providing exceptional customer service while managing logistics challenges. Responsibilities: - Learn about PLS Logistics Services and the logistics industry - Hear from our top home-grown leaders on how to be successful - Participate in our fully paid training and orientation - Familiarize yourself with our business model and transportation management system - Get on the phones and grow your network - Continue to develop a portfolio of clients by cold calling using our provided industry leads - Understand how to negotiate pricing to close the deal - Take charge of client service issues to the point of resolution - Be open to coaching and learning while putting in the time and effort to be successful - Update tracking system accurately throughout the day - Be the trusted advisor to your customer, helping manage their logistics challenges - Liaise with Logistics Coordinators to help shoulder your load and allow you to bring in more business - Seek out promotional opportunities to move up the ranks - Maintain a strong understanding of the industry, including rates, capacities, and carriers Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in related field - Self-motivated - Strong communication and interpersonal skills - Strong work ethic - Persistence - Adaptable and dynamic - High energy - Entrepreneurial spirit Required Skills: Persistence, High energy, Entrepreneurial spirit Benefits: $1,000 signing bonus., UNCAPPED commission, starting in the first week of training, Full medical, dental, and vision coverage options, Tuition reimbursement, Extensive growth opportunities and a long track record of internal promotions to back it up, 401k plan with employer match., Chairman’s Club opportunity – celebrate with the best of best as a reward for being a top sales representative, Fun and welcoming work environment, Extensive, world-class sales and logistics training, Ongoing sales competitions with prizes