Logistics Specialist - Little Rock - Priority1

Description

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.

Why Join Priority1?

Priority1 is committed to our employees and this is shown in our benefit package. Employees pay nothing out of pocket for health insurance for the employee or immediate family. We offer a very competitive HSA plan that the company contributes annually to a flexible spending plan that doesn't expire. We are financially secure company that has been in business over 20+ years. Our year over year revenue increases and continued market expansion shows our commitment for growth. We offer a very competitive profit sharing plan that contributes historically 15% of the employee's annual salary. Competitive salary and commission upside offer unlimited earning potential. Last, our culture and fun work environment in our brand new office located in downtown Little Rock, AR are also great reasons to join our P1 team

Truckload Logistics Specialist

Priority1, Inc. is a dynamic nationwide company seeking enthusiastic, hardworking, competitive candidates who want to have a career in Logistics Operations. We are a financially secure company that has been in business since 1996 founded on strong ethics (Torch Award winner 2016). Priority1 is a premier consulting and contract logistics company, specializing in Truckload, LTL, and Expedited services. We are growing at a rapid pace and we are looking to expand Truckload operations in our Little Rock, AR headquarters. Website: www.priority1inc.com

Roles &Responsibilities:

The Truckload Logistics Specialist is the operational support for our nationwide sales team. The role is responsible for accurately quoting, building, and communicating updates for truckload opportunities. The role requires the ability to multi-task, problem solve and prioritize daily workload. Candidate must be able to overcome issues and resolve problems. Being customer centric and a sales advocate to our sales teams is a must. You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of tasks, develop your logistics skills and collaborate with very talented people across our organization. Additional responsibilities include educating our sales teams how to quote and win more Truckload opportunities. If you are a person that is competitive and enjoys working in a faced paced environment then come join our team

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responds timely to Sales and Customer requests for Truckload quotes
  
• Ability to multi-task to quote, accurately build loads, and communicate shipment updates
  
• Sales advocate to problem solve and help Sales close opportunities
  
Training:

Candidate will shadow the Truckload Supervisor for several weeks along with hands-on training with observation until candidate is confident to work individually. Our other Truckload Logistics Specialists will also help to answer questions as needed.

Pay & Benefits
• $40k Base Salary + Commissions
• 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
Physical Requirements:

Job functions require long periods of sitting and working from computer workstation; ability to multi-task, problem solve, and prioritize daily workload; excellent organization and record keeping skills; comfortable with oral and written communications, primarily on the telephone and email. Requires extended periods of sitting, normal walking, bending, twisting, and stretching. Capability of sight and hearing required. Ability to deal with stressful situations and occasionally working extended hours. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Priority-1, Inc. will provide reasonable accommodations with the application process upon your request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please email talentacq@priority1.com.

Priority1 is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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