Logistics Solutions Consultant

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50323, Urbandale, IA, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Logistics • Transportation • 3PL: Third Party Logistics
The Role
Manage end-to-end freight movement while developing new business: build client partnerships, match freight with carriers, negotiate contracts and rates, resolve operational issues, and meet revenue and margin targets.
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Why WorldWide?


Worldwide Logistics is one of the fastest growing 3PLs in the country. We operate with reinforced core values, confidence, and take pride in the job that we do every day. The transportation world is rooted in relationships - we take pride in the connections that we create on and offsite by using our unique ability to partner with others. We have an innovative and progressive culture that allows for career growth and financial rewards.

Since 1999, WorldWide Logistics has grown exponentially leading to continuous rapid growth. This has given us the ability to build a brand new 76,000 square foot HQ building completed in 2023. Our new HQ features a modern amenity rich environment for employees including a café, numerous collaborative areas, food markets, a large outdoor patio seating area, and a quarter mile lighted walking path around a serene pond.

WorldWide Logistics is passionate about continuous improvement and seeking out individuals who are innovative, proactive, motivated, and coachable. One of our most impactful qualities is the ability to embrace challenges, grow through change, and encourage creativity to get ahead of the constant market variables.


Purpose of the Job:

The Logistics Solutions Consultant is responsible for ensuring both efficient and reliable freight movement and growing revenue through new business development. This role combines operational excellence with sales responsibilities, focusing on building strategic client partnerships, delivering outstanding service, and expanding the company’s market presence.


Responsibilities & Duties:

  • Build and maintain strong partnerships with clients through proactive communication and consultative support
  • Oversee the end-to-end shipping process, ensuring timely pickup, transportation, and delivery of goods
  • Act as the liaison between clients, carriers, shippers, and receivers to resolve operational issues quickly
  • Match customer freight with qualified carriers and negotiate competitive contracts
  • Collaborate with pricing teams to ensure competitive, profitable rates
  • Prospect, cold-call, and network to grow your book of business
  • Identify and pursue new customer opportunities by developing tailored logistics solutions
  • Achieve revenue and margin growth targets while maintaining service excellence
Qualifications

Other Skills & Abilities:

  • Strong negotiation and communication skills (written and oral)
  • Proven ability to build and grow client relationships
  • Results-driven with a focus on both service and sales outcomes
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Computer literate, including Microsoft Office Suite
  • Positive, learning-oriented attitude with strong problem-solving skills

Education and/or Experience:

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 1 to 3 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Bachelor’s degree is preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Preferred minimum 1-2 years of successful sales experience.
  • Preferred minimum 3–5 years of experience in logistics, freight brokerage, or transportation sales, with a proven track record in both account management and business development.

What's in it for You?

At WorldWide Logistics, we value our employees and believe in providing a positive work environment. As part of our team, you will enjoy:

  • Brand new HQ building in Urbandale off I-80/35
  • Competitive Salary PLUS uncapped commission potential
  • Opportunities for career advancement
  • Catered lunches and weekly food trucks
  • Monthly Employee Appreciation Day
  • Company Swag
  • Employee Clubs i.e., Gardening, Art, Book, Dungeons and Dragons, etc.
  • Bags Tournaments
  • Community Involvement
  • Casual dress
  • PTO Plan
  • Full suite of benefits including health, dental, vision, flexible spending plans, life insurance, voluntary life, voluntary short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability, 401k with a match, voluntary ID Theft plan
  • Access to cutting-edge technology
  • A collaborative and supportive team culture
  • A company where your ideas are valued

Skills Required

  • High school diploma or GED; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills (written and oral)
  • Proven ability to build and grow client relationships
  • Results-driven with a focus on both service and sales outcomes
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Computer literate, including Microsoft Office Suite
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Minimum 1-2 years of successful sales experience
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in logistics, freight brokerage, or transportation sales
  • Positive, learning-oriented attitude with strong problem-solving skills
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The Company
600 Employees
Year Founded: 1998

What We Do

WorldWide Logistics is a leading third-party logistics (3PL) provider and non-asset based logistics partner known as 'The Unbroker.' The company connects shippers and carriers through reliable freight services and emphasizes a 'Single Point of Connection' by maintaining a 1:1 ratio of Logistics Account Managers to shippers, ensuring high service levels and a personal touch in the brokerage industry.

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