Full-Time

Inside Sales Representative

January 2025

Posted on 7/29/2024

Fifth Wheel Freight

Fifth Wheel Freight

51-200 employees

Third-party logistics and transportation services

Automotive & Transportation

Compensation Overview

$40kAnnually

+ Uncapped Commissions

Entry, Junior

Wyoming, MI, USA

Position is onsite in Kentwood, Michigan.

Category
Inside Sales
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Lead Generation
Cold Calling
Requirements
  • Understands the importance of a collaborative, people-first culture
  • Simultaneously both a problem-solver, and continuous learner
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Sharp organizational capabilities with high attention to detail
  • Thrives in a fast-paced and competitive environment
Responsibilities
  • Develop sales strategies and closing ability based on customer and carrier needs
  • Devoted to attaining and surpassing sales quotes and goals
  • Desire to build relationships with valued customers and carriers
  • Build and maintain book of business through constant communication with customers and carriers
  • Track day-to-day shipments, resolving issues, making sure pickup and delivery are on time
  • Develop a book of business through cold calling and lead generation
  • Consult with FWF clients to administer highly effective transportation solutions

Fifth Wheel Freight provides third-party logistics and transportation services, acting as a bridge between shippers who need to transport goods and carriers who handle the transportation. The company operates a selective network of carrier partners, which allows it to offer flexible and efficient transportation solutions tailored to the needs of its clients. FWF generates revenue by charging fees based on the volume and complexity of shipments, and it enhances its services with value-added options like streamlined processes for carriers and fast payments through TriumphPay. What sets FWF apart from competitors is its commitment to transparency, proactive service, and a collaborative work environment, which fosters a strong team dedicated to optimizing supply chain operations. The company's goal is to provide reliable and scalable transportation solutions while ensuring operational efficiency and sustainable growth.

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$1.9M

Headquarters

Kentwood, Michigan

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

6%

2 year growth

6%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • E-commerce growth boosts demand for LTL shipping, benefiting FWF's service offerings.
  • AI integration optimizes logistics, reducing costs and improving FWF's service reliability.
  • Nearshoring trends increase demand for cross-border logistics, presenting growth opportunities for FWF.

What critics are saying

  • Rising fuel costs may increase FWF's operational expenses and pricing challenges.
  • Driver shortages could strain FWF's service reliability and increase labor costs.
  • Competitors' digital platforms pressure FWF to innovate and invest in technology.

What makes Fifth Wheel Freight unique

  • FWF offers both LTL and TL shipping, providing flexibility for diverse client needs.
  • Partnership with TriumphPay ensures fast, secure payments, enhancing carrier relationships.
  • FWF's proactive approach and transparency build trust with shippers and carriers.

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