At C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. our roots run deep.  In 1905, Charles Henry Robinson started a small produce brokerage that developed the traditions and standards of service that shaped the Fortune 500 Company we are today.  As a global provider of multimodal transportation and produce services, we are headquartered in Eden Prairie, MN and operate through a network of 7,300 employees in more than 218 offices in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Europe, Asia, and South America.  We are the largest third party logistics (3PL) company in North America, and our services extend to more than 25,000 customers globally, ranging from other Fortune 500 companies to small businesses in a variety of industries.

Our people are our greatest asset and create a unique corporate culture that has built strong relationships with customers around the world.  They execute our tradition of service on a daily basis and take pride in sustaining our dynamic leadership in the transportation logistics industry.  You’ll feel the energy the moment you step into one of our branches.  That energy is what inspires us to find motivated individuals to join us in our quest to find solutions, develop innovative technology, and provide exceptional service to our customers.

Position Description:  This is an entry-level Produce Transportation Sales position where you will be working in one of our regional offices.  In this position, you will work in a team to provide C.H. Robinson's logistics services to businesses with fresh produce needs.  You will be in daily contact with customers of various sizes, building relationships, problem solving, and assessing their produce needs.  You will source equipment from more than 48,000 contracted carriers in order to accommodate each client's needs.  You will have options to utilize truck, rail, ocean liner and air cargo.  But, there's more to this job than selling - much more.  You'll be making it happen too!  Using our extensive base of carrier services you will put together a plan for each client.  This requires figuring out the best way to solve your clients’ tough supply chain problems and then negotiating the best deals with carriers in North America.  You will then implement your solution, and handle the day-to-day challenges that are presented in the transportation industry.  The role is three-dimensional; it involves buying, selling and problem solving.

The responsibilities for this position include:

• Manage shipper and carrier relationships

• Negotiate rates

• Source carriers

• Generate business leads

• Track load status

The required qualifications for this position include:

• Effective communication skills

• Strong customer service skills

• Attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to multi-task

• Team oriented

• Decision making skills

• Problem solving and analytical skills

• Growth and sales oriented

• Bi-Lingual Spanish

The preferred qualifications for this position include:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent industry experience

• Fluency in Spanish

Benefits:  We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, prescription drug coverage, paid holidays and vacation, disability insurance, life insurance, 401K with company match, profit sharing, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and the opportunity to prosper in a growing Fortune 500 company.

Please go to our website to apply and to review all of our career opportunities at www.chrobinson.com/careers

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