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Account Manager

Updated on 10/18/2024

Spot Freight

Spot Freight

201-500 employees

Third-party logistics provider for freight management

Automotive & Transportation
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$45kAnnually

+ Commission

Junior, Mid

Indianapolis, IN, USA

Onsite 5 days a week in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Category
Customer Success Management
Inside Sales
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Cold Calling
Customer Service
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • 2 years of sales and customer service experience required.
  • Knowledge in the logistics industry preferred.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet performance metrics.
  • Strong negotiation skills – persuasiveness, aggressiveness, confidence, resilience.
  • Entrepreneurial and competitive spirit, passion, self-motivation.
  • Organization and attention to detail.
  • Adaptability, multi-tasking ability, sense of urgency.
  • Confident decision-making skills, problem-solving ability, and issue resolution skills.
Responsibilities
  • Understand prospective clients’ unique shipping requirements, and effectively manage a consistent sales pipeline through cold calls and consistent communication.
  • Design and execute a unique customer strategy for each account that provides continuous, profitable growth opportunities while honoring our commitment to never give back freight.
  • Serve as a consultative resource to customers regarding service offerings, market trends, industry standards, and effectively provide quotes considering all variable factors, proactively develop strategies and solutions that address each client’s unique challenges.
  • Maintaining operational efficiencies for customer’s freight through; load building, scheduling, issue escalation, and capacity securement. Work with Carrier Sales to secure the best viable options; call carriers to get additional options and track when necessary.
  • Achieve and exceed monthly sales margin and revenue expectations and ensure customer service levels and KPIs are met.
  • Proactively communicate with customers to fulfill commitments, exceed service expectations, and investigate and facilitate the resolution of customer problems with shipment/deliveries.

Spot Freight is a third-party logistics provider that focuses on making the process of quoting, booking, and tracking freight easier for both carriers and shippers. Their main product is a technology platform called MySpot, which offers tools for carriers to manage their relationships with shippers, book loads, and receive payments quickly. For shippers, MySpot provides access to freight quotes, load boards, and real-time tracking to ensure timely deliveries. Unlike many competitors, Spot operates without external funding, allowing them to prioritize customer service and maintain a strong focus on innovation. The goal of Spot Freight is to streamline transportation networks for their clients, helping them manage their supply chains efficiently and effectively.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Indianapolis, Indiana

Founded

2009

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Spot's recognition as a Top 100 Freight Brokerage and a Top Workplace underscores its industry leadership and positive work environment.
  • The launch of the MySpot platform and a redesigned website demonstrates Spot's commitment to technological innovation.
  • Spot's expansion into new markets, such as the new office in Chicago, indicates robust growth and opportunities for career advancement.

What critics are saying

  • The logistics and transportation market is highly competitive, requiring continuous innovation to maintain a leading position.
  • Economic downturns and market headwinds can impact shipment volumes and revenue, as seen in recent industry reports.

What makes Spot Freight unique

  • Spot operates without external investors, allowing for organic growth and a strong focus on customer service and innovation.
  • The proprietary MySpot platform offers comprehensive tools for both carriers and shippers, enhancing efficiency and real-time tracking.
  • Spot's strategic alliance with Verisk's CargoNet enhances its security measures, setting it apart in the logistics industry.

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