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Dayton Freight Lines

Account Manager

Oatville, KS · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Overview Join the Team at Dayton Freight as an Account Manager! Location: 3221 S West St, Wichita ... Partner with operations and service teams to create smooth, reliable customer experiences. * Stay ...

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What is a freight partner?

Freight Partners are companies or individuals who collaborate with shippers, carriers, and logistics providers to facilitate the movement of goods through the supply chain. They often help optimize transportation routes, negotiate freight rates, and ensure timely delivery of shipments. Freight Partners play a crucial role in managing logistics operations efficiently, reducing costs, and improving customer satisfaction. Their expertise helps businesses navigate complex shipping requirements and ensures goods are transported safely and reliably.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a freight partner?

To thrive as a Freight Partner, you need a solid understanding of logistics, supply chain operations, and transportation regulations, often supported by relevant industry experience or certifications. Familiarity with transportation management systems (TMS), freight tracking software, and basic data analysis tools is typical. Strong negotiation, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills help you stand out in coordinating with carriers, shippers, and clients. These skills and qualities are crucial to ensure efficient freight movement, cost savings, and high customer satisfaction in a competitive logistics environment.

What are common challenges freight partners face when coordinating shipments, and how can they be managed?

Freight Partners often encounter challenges such as tight delivery deadlines, fluctuating transportation costs, and last-minute changes to shipping schedules. Effective communication with carriers and clients, along with strong organizational skills, are essential for managing these issues. Utilizing transportation management systems (TMS) can also help streamline scheduling and provide real-time tracking. Proactively building relationships with reliable carriers and staying adaptable during unexpected disruptions can make a significant difference in overcoming these challenges.

What is the difference between Freight Partner vs Freight Coordinator?

AspectFreight Partner
Required Credentials
Experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain management; industry certifications (e.g., FMCSA, CTPAT) often preferred
Work Environment
Collaborates with carriers, clients, and internal teams; often involves travel and on-site visits
Employer & Industry Usage
Used by logistics companies, freight brokers, and supply chain firms to describe partnership roles in freight operations

In summary, a Freight Partner typically acts as a collaborative entity working closely with carriers and clients to facilitate freight movement, requiring logistics experience and industry certifications. A Freight Coordinator, on the other hand, primarily manages scheduling and documentation within a company's logistics team. Both roles are essential but differ in scope and responsibilities.

How to become a freight partner?

To become a freight partner, individuals typically need to have a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), a clean driving record, and reliable transportation such as a truck or van. Experience in logistics or freight handling can be beneficial, and some companies may require background checks or insurance coverage before onboarding as a freight partner.

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Freight Sales Executive | 3PL Business Development | Lenexa, KS

Lenexa, KS • On-site

Sims Global Solutions LLC
Transportation and Warehousing • 11 - 50 employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Description:

Already Selling Freight? Take the Next Step in Your Career.

If you have experience selling transportation or logistics services and enjoy building new business, Sims Global Solutions offers the tools, support, and culture to help you succeed.


We're looking for experienced freight sales professionals who thrive on prospecting, opening new doors, and building long term customer relationships. This is a true business development role where you'll focus on growing your book of business while being supported by experienced Operations, Carrier Sales, Credit, and Claims teams.


If you're looking for a company that invests in its people, values collaboration, and gives you the resources to win, we'd love to meet you.


Why Freight Sales Professionals Choose Sims Global Solutions


Focus on Selling

At Sims, your job is to grow business. Our internal teams help handle the rest.

You'll be supported by dedicated:

  • Operations Team
  • Carrier Sales Team
  • Credit Team
  • Claims Team
  • Customer Onboarding Team

That means more time building customer relationships and less time managing operational issues.


Technology That Helps You Win

You'll have access to industry leading sales and logistics tools including:

  • HubSpot CRM
  • ZoomInfo
  • Modern Transportation Management System (TMS)
  • More than 90,000 vetted carriers
  • Truckload, LTL, Expedited, Intermodal, Drayage, Warehousing, and Fulfillment solutions
  • Heavy haul and open deck capabilities through our asset division, Kodiak Freight
  • Customer visibility tools and shipment tracking


Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary based on experience
  • Uncapped commission plan
  • Multiple medical plan options
  • Dental and Vision insurance
  • 3% company retirement match
  • Paid Time Off


A Place You'll Actually Enjoy Coming To

We're proud of the culture we've built. Our headquarters was purpose built for our team and includes:

  • Brand new office in Lenexa
  • 3,000 square foot on site gym
  • Catered lunch every Friday
  • Fully stocked kitchen
  • Team outings and company events
  • Collaborative environment where teammates genuinely help each other succeed
  • Privately owned company with leadership actively involved every day


We work hard, celebrate wins, and invest in the people who help us grow.


What You'll Do

  • Prospect and develop new business opportunities through outbound sales activity
  • Build and maintain long term customer relationships
  • Schedule and conduct customer meetings
  • Identify customer transportation challenges and provide tailored logistics solutions
  • Manage your sales pipeline using HubSpot CRM
  • Collaborate with Operations to ensure an outstanding customer experience
  • Meet and exceed monthly and annual sales goals
  • Represent Sims Global Solutions throughout the Kansas City business community


About Sims Global Solutions

Sims Global Solutions is a privately owned third party logistics provider headquartered in Lenexa, Kansas. We help businesses move freight throughout North America by providing Truckload, LTL, Expedited, Intermodal, Drayage, Warehousing, Fulfillment, and Specialized Transportation solutions.


Our investment in technology, people, and customer service has made us a trusted logistics partner for companies across the country.


As we continue to grow, we're looking for sales professionals who want to build lasting customer relationships while advancing their careers with a company that values hard work, collaboration, and long term success.


Ready to Grow Your Career?

If you're currently selling freight or logistics services and are looking for a better platform, stronger support, and a company where your contributions truly matter, we'd love to talk.


Apply today and discover why experienced logistics sales professionals are choosing Sims Global Solutions.

Requirements:

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years of freight brokerage, logistics sales, transportation sales, or 3PL business development experience
  • Proven success prospecting and developing new business
  • Experience selling Truckload and/or LTL transportation solutions
  • Strong communication, presentation, and relationship building skills
  • Competitive, self motivated, and results driven
  • Experience using CRM software (HubSpot experience is a plus)
  • Ability to work in our Lenexa, Kansas office Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM


Equal Opportunity Employer

Sims Global Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every team member has the opportunity to succeed.