Enru Logistics
Inside Sales - Business Development
Enru Logistics, Bolingbrook, Illinois, United States, 60440
Position Summary
The Inside Sales Representative drives top‑of‑funnel growth for Enru Logistics by prospecting, qualifying, and nurturing new shipper and carrier relationships. This role supports both business development and carrier sales through proactive outreach, lead qualifications, and collaboration with Freight Brokers. The representative plays a critical role in building a strong sales pipeline and establishing Enru as a trusted logistics partner across industries.
Key Responsibilities
Generating new shipper leads through high‑volume outbound calls, emails, and social networking.
Qualifying prospects based on shipment volume, mode, and service requirements to build a targeted sales pipeline.
Assisting Freight Brokers with quoting, lead follow‑up, and appointment scheduling for key accounts.
Maintaining accurate records of contacts, activities, and opportunities within the CRM system.
Researching industries, lanes, and company profiles to identify high‑potential customers.
Collaborating with brokers and leadership to align outreach efforts with strategic growth goals.
Supporting marketing and campaign execution through follow‑up calls and data tracking.
Assisting in onboarding new accounts, ensuring a smooth handoff to brokers and operations teams.
Continuously refining sales techniques through training, call coaching, and peer collaboration.
Demonstrating consistent professionalism, persistence, and enthusiasm in every customer interaction.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field preferred.
1–3 years of experience in inside sales, cold calling, or lead generation; logistics or 3PL experience a plus.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with confidence to engage decision‑makers by phone and email.
Proficiency in CRM systems and sales tracking tools.
Ability to multitask, manage time effectively, and maintain attention to detail in a high‑activity environment.
Goal‑oriented mindset with the ability to handle rejection and maintain a positive attitude.
Eagerness to learn freight brokerage operations and progress into a full broker role.
Performance Indicators
Number of qualified shipper and carrier leads generated.
Conversion rate of leads to active opportunities.
Volume of outbound call and email activity.
CRM data integrity and accuracy.
Broker support responsiveness and pipeline contribution.
New account onboarding success rate.
Compensation Pay range: $45,000 to $55,000 base, plus commission.
ESG Statement We strive to make our world better by utilizing ingenuity and technology to minimize our environmental impact, cultivating a business that recognizes the intrinsic value of diversity and inclusion, and requiring accountability, transparency and integrity in everything we do.
Want to learn more about Enru? Connect with us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/enruio and check out our website here: www.enru.io.
Job Details
Job Family: Transportation & Logistics
Pay Type: Salary
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Sales and Business Development
Industries Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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Key Responsibilities
Generating new shipper leads through high‑volume outbound calls, emails, and social networking.
Qualifying prospects based on shipment volume, mode, and service requirements to build a targeted sales pipeline.
Assisting Freight Brokers with quoting, lead follow‑up, and appointment scheduling for key accounts.
Maintaining accurate records of contacts, activities, and opportunities within the CRM system.
Researching industries, lanes, and company profiles to identify high‑potential customers.
Collaborating with brokers and leadership to align outreach efforts with strategic growth goals.
Supporting marketing and campaign execution through follow‑up calls and data tracking.
Assisting in onboarding new accounts, ensuring a smooth handoff to brokers and operations teams.
Continuously refining sales techniques through training, call coaching, and peer collaboration.
Demonstrating consistent professionalism, persistence, and enthusiasm in every customer interaction.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field preferred.
1–3 years of experience in inside sales, cold calling, or lead generation; logistics or 3PL experience a plus.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with confidence to engage decision‑makers by phone and email.
Proficiency in CRM systems and sales tracking tools.
Ability to multitask, manage time effectively, and maintain attention to detail in a high‑activity environment.
Goal‑oriented mindset with the ability to handle rejection and maintain a positive attitude.
Eagerness to learn freight brokerage operations and progress into a full broker role.
Performance Indicators
Number of qualified shipper and carrier leads generated.
Conversion rate of leads to active opportunities.
Volume of outbound call and email activity.
CRM data integrity and accuracy.
Broker support responsiveness and pipeline contribution.
New account onboarding success rate.
Compensation Pay range: $45,000 to $55,000 base, plus commission.
ESG Statement We strive to make our world better by utilizing ingenuity and technology to minimize our environmental impact, cultivating a business that recognizes the intrinsic value of diversity and inclusion, and requiring accountability, transparency and integrity in everything we do.
Want to learn more about Enru? Connect with us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/enruio and check out our website here: www.enru.io.
Job Details
Job Family: Transportation & Logistics
Pay Type: Salary
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Sales and Business Development
Industries Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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