Drayage Business Development Professional

Company: 3T Logistics Location: Pacific Northwest (WA / OR) Type: Full-Time About 3T Logistics 3T Logistics is a young fast-growing logistics company built from the ground up with a long-term vision. We operate in drayage, cross-dock, and warehousing, serving ports, rail ramps, and regional freight partners across the Pacific Northwest. We are not looking for an “order taker.” We are building a sales engine from the groud up , and this role is the foundation of it. Role Overview This is a founding Business Development role responsible for building the sales department from zero. Your primary mission : Bring drayage freight into our warehouse and create consistent inbound volume. Key Responsibilities Business Development & Sales Build a drayage-focused sales pipeline from scratch Prospect and onboard: Importers / exporters Freight forwarders NVOCCs Steamship line partners Port & rail-adjacent customers Secure contracts that bring containers into our warehouse Convert drayage customers into repeat, long-term accounts Conduct in-person meetings, site visits, and presentations Negotiate rates, terms, and service scope What Success Looks Like ( first 3 - 6- 12 Months) 3 month: First inbound freight coming in the warehouse 6 month: consistent inbound volume feeding the warehouse 12 month: Consistent inbound drayage volume feeding the warehouse Strong core customer base with repeat shipments Clear, documented sales process Ideal Candidate Profile Proven experience in logistics sales (drayage, intermodal, warehousing, or freight forwarding) Has built or wants to build something from zero Comfortable selling value, not just price Strong relationship-builder with decision-makers Self-driven, disciplined, and ownership-minded Understands ports, rail ramps, container flow, and warehouse operations Willing to be in the field, not just behind a desk Personality Fit Takes ownership instead of waiting for instructions Growth-driven and long-term focused Proven Track Record, client book. Team player who wants to grow into leadership Compensation & Growth Competitive base salary Solid commission structure Performance-based bonuses Potential growth path into Head of Sales / Director of Business Development Opportunity to build and lead your own team in the future Why This Role Is Different You are not inheriting a book of business You are building the sales engine from zero Direct access to ownership and decision-making Real impact on company growth and direction Long-term career upside Job Type: Full-time Pay: $60,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year Application Question(s): Would you be able to create a presentation plan for an interview how you would approach building a sales department from the ground up? Experience: logistics sales : 3 years (Required) Willingness to travel: 25% (Preferred) Work Location: In person

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