Inbound Sales Development Representative

Chicago, IL

About the role

About Flexport:  At Flexport, we believe global trade can move the human race forward. That’s why it’s our mission to make global commerce so easy there will be more of it. We’re shaping the future of a $10T industry with solutions powered by innovative technology and exceptional people. Today, companies of all sizes—from emerging brands to Fortune 500s—use Flexport technology to move more than $19B of merchandise across 112 countries a year.  The recent global supply chain crisis has put Flexport center stage as we continue to play a pivotal role in how goods move around the world. We are proud to have the support of the best investors in the game who believe in our mission, solutions and people. Ready to tackle global challenges that impact business, society, and the environment? Come join us.Help Win New Business The Opportunity:  Operating at the intersection of logistics and tech has allowed Flexport to develop a unique value proposition that customers all over the globe love, resulting in exponential growth over the last 10+ years. Flexport today connects more than 10,000 clients across 100+ countries, and our role is to help businesses of all sizes find the global trade solutions that will empower their success. With offices on three continents, our team is as global as our client base and we’re excited to continue building a product and service they love. With revenue growing at breakneck speed, we’re looking for a consultative and tenacious Inbound Sales Development Representative to join our growing Sales Team based out of our Chicago Office! You will:

Identify and qualify new inbound sales opportunities for Flexport

Partner closely with marketing in developing, testing, and implementing new inbound funnels

Work with Account Executives to identify and prioritize strategic opportunities in your market segment 

Demonstrate the value of our offering through phone calls, email, and other social mediums

Shadow Account Executives in meetings and other activities to help you acquire the skills you’ll need for the next role on the Flexport sales team.

You should have:  

Bachelor's/Associate's degree OR 1+ year of relevant experience preferred. New graduates are encouraged to apply!

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

An enthusiasm for cold-calling prospects and a willingness to hop on the phone with new people every day and explain Flexport’s value propositions it relates to each individual you speak with

A "compliance first" attitude to keep our regulators happy and enthusiastic about Flexport since we operate in a heavily regulated industry.

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The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire base salary for the position in the posting's respective region. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range displayed, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and / or training. Base salary is just one part of our total rewards package at Flexport, which also includes bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefit offerings such as medical, dental, and flexible time off.

The US base salary range for this position (this does not include bonus, equity and benefits):$55,000—$55,000 USD

Commitment to Equal Opportunity At Flexport, our ability to fulfill our mission of making global commerce easy and accessible relies on having a diverse, dedicated and engaged workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, health status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Global Data Privacy Notice for Job Candidates and Applicants Depending on your location, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) may regulate the way we manage the data of job applicants. By submitting your application, you are agreeing to our use and processing of your data as required. Please see our Privacy Notice available at www.flexport.com/privacy for additional information.

About Flexport

Flexport offers ocean and air freight services, customs brokerage, trucking coordination, and fulfillment solutions for both direct-to-consumer and business shipments. Its technology platform delivers shipment tracking, SKU-level visibility, cost management tools, and centralized documentation across international and domestic supply chains. Flexport also supports customs clearance and trade compliance through brokerage services and data-driven insights.

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Job details

Salary

$55,000 - $55,000

Location

Chicago, IL

Company

NameFlexport
IndustryAir Freight
Team Size5

Funding

Total raised

$2.3B

Last stage

Growth

Investors

SShopify

Founders

DP

David Petersen

Co-founder

Ryan Petersen

Ryan Petersen

Founder & CEO

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What happens next.

No applications, no recruiter spam. Just the intro.

01

Confirm the fit

A few questions to make sure this role is the right shape for you. Two minutes.

02

I pitch you to the company

I write the intro, send it to the founder, and handle the back-and-forth.

03

A meeting lands on your calendar

If they’re a yes, I book the chat. You show up — that’s the whole job-hunt.