Development Associate

Business Development Associate

Ryan Transportation, a Shamrock company, is seeking an accomplished and highly competitive sales professional to join our team. This role is designed for a driven hunter who thrives on winning new business and building long-term client partnerships in the freight brokerage and third-party logistics space.

In this position, you will be responsible for identifying, pursuing, and securing new accounts while strategically expanding relationships with existing customers. You will leverage deep industry knowledge, a consultative approach, and a relentless drive to deliver transportation solutions that create value and strengthen client relationships. Success in this position requires exceptional sales acumen, a proven track record of closing high-value deals, and the ability to excel in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment. This is an in-office, performance-based role with significant earning potential for individuals who consistently meet and exceed business objectives.

What You'll Do

• Aggressively prospect and secure new customers requiring freight brokerage and 3PL services
• Close and convert high-potential prospects into long-term clients
• Build, grow, and maintain strategic relationships with existing customers to maximize account value
• Identify and pursue opportunities to expand business within current accounts
• Manage and advance a robust sales pipeline through effective use of CRM for lead handling, call tracking, and opportunity management
• Serve as an industry expert in transportation logistics, advising clients with insight and credibility
• Collaborate with leadership to refine sales strategies and drive business growth
• Oversee customer onboarding, including contract negotiation, account setup, and operational handoff
• Build strong internal partnerships across departments to ensure flawless service delivery

What You'll Bring

• 2+ years of proven success in high-performance B2B sales, preferably in freight brokerage, logistics, or a related industry
• Demonstrated ability to develop and close new business through cold calling, networking, and strategic outreach
• Track record of exceeding sales targets in a competitive, quota-driven environment
• Proficiency with CRM tools and disciplined pipeline management
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication abilities
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to thrive with minimal supervision
• Experience in transportation, manufacturing, distribution, or food industries a plus
• Willingness to travel as needed

Apply Today! We're so excited to connect with you! If you want to work with forward-thinking people in an award-winning culture, submit your application today.