TQL | Entry Level Positions

WHY DO I WANT TO WORK AT TQL?

Total Quality Logistics (TQL) works on the front lines to keep America moving. We are one of the largest privately-owned freight brokerage services in the U.S. Just last year, we achieved $7.9 billion in annual revenue.

We’re looking for people starting their careers and want on-the-job training. You’ll help customers solve their challenges in innovative ways using new technologies.

You’ll have incredible opportunities to grow and work with clients whose evolving needs present chances for your problem-solving skills to shine.

ENTRY LEVEL POSITONS

Are you in the market for a job in sales, customer service, marketing or an internship? TQL has a wide array of entry-level jobs near you, with 56 offices in 26 states. We offer entry-level job opportunities across a variety of departments using industry-leading technology. These departments work together to provide logistics solutions all over the world.

Sales

Sales Representative
As a TQL sales representative, you’ll expand your customer list while assisting them with their transportation needs. The sales rep must also make offers to and finalize deals with new and current clients to transfer their goods.

You’ll be the principal point of contact between shippers who require products to be shipped and carriers who get the job done. As a problem solver with excellent verbal communication skills, you’ll negotiate pricing between both parties.

Customer Service
Customer service and administrative staff work directly with sales representatives. This entry-level job provides you with administrative and supervisory duties. Where sales representatives close deals, you organize their new account data and schedule shipment updates.

Recruiting
As a recruiter for TQL, you’ll be in charge of finding qualified sales talent throughout the country. This entry-level role works directly with your on-site recruiting manager to staff your city's location.

You’re in charge of all communications with job seekers, from the initial contact to the onboarding process. Help colleagues and supervisors identify candidates by using university recruiting activities, job sites and social media.

IT (Information Technology)
Everything we do at TQL is possible because of our IT support technicians, software engineers and server support.

Automation is crucial to the logistics work we do all around the world. To leverage revolutionary technology, we need professionals who understand the needs of our clients and help us deliver.

IT Internship
TQL offers a 10–12 week internship to juniors and seniors who want to get their bachelor's degree and have a full-time career in IT.

To apply, applicants may be interested in:

Network infrastructure and operations
Business intelligence
Project management
Software engineering
Database administration
Cyber security
Analytics and data science
IT support
Business system analytics
Platform engineering
Quality assurance and automated testing

IT Support Technician
On-site IT support technicians handle direct customer service-related needs in-house. They make sure new employees are set up with the workstation hardware they need and do the onboarding on active directories and troubleshoot remote employee issues with hardware, software, phones and other technical issues.

Operations
Risk management, vendor relations, logistics, loss prevention and a variety of other professions are available in operations. One of the most crucial roles at TQL is an entry-level job in operations.

Your superiors will train you on-site so you can dig deep into what best matches your skillset.

Operations professionals maintain relationships with clients throughout the U.S. to overseas. They are the point-of-contact between agents who handle freight shipped out of the U.S. via boat or air. They also deal with receiving incoming shipments, managing appropriate documentation, and complying with the Federal Trade Commission.

Marketing
As a marketing specialist, you’ll be the face of the brand every time you attend a special event or work with the marketing team on hospitality services. Marketing has a far-reaching effect across multiple departments.

This job requires world-class knowledge of brand building while creating a welcoming atmosphere for all TQL employees. Marketing is the face of TQL's brand so a postive can-do attitude, world-class work ethic and the ability to dive into TQL's award-winning culture is a must.

Finance and Accounting
Below is an overview of the Finance and Accounting opportunities.

Billing Coordinator
This entry-level work as a billing coordinator prepares you to handle larger accounts as you grow your experience with TQL. Learn about accounts receivable, audits and invoicing by shadowing an experienced finance team.

As you analyze financial paperwork for accuracy, you must have a keen eye for detail. Billing Coordinators serve as a liaison between the sales staff and incoming billing calls. Settling disputes between the two and correctly setting up billing for clients the sales team has closed on is crucial.

Financial Data Analyst
As a financial data analyst at TQL, you’ll play an essential role in the finance department. Analysts perform daily tasks in SQL, Excel, and Power BI.

Collaboration with a variety of clients identifies practical productivity and cost-cutting opportunities. Data analysts write reports that are directly related to stakeholder objectives and company aims.

Prepare to take the lead on reporting projects. Assist customers with streamlining business process records and communicating with numerous projects about possible revenue development.

Training
Learning Experience Facilitators work directly with Learning and Development Leaders. These entry-level jobs provide training programs for entry-level sales professionals. TQL wants staff to grow professionally with a wide array of business training modules.

Facilitators use online websites, such as Adobe and Microsoft Teams, to coach and provide virtual training support to those just beginning a career or first job.

Training is also provided for all staff members with technical skills across the organization. You'll manage training software and track staff performance, ensuring return on investment (ROI) for all involved.

Real Estate and Facilities
With their infrastructure assistance, the facilities team ensures that day-to-day operations function smoothly. Members of the facilities team may travel up to 80% of the time.

You help the IT department with technology installs and other office setups. Facilities personnel are in charge of both preventative and reactive maintenance for locations.

These projects may include electrical, plumbing, woodwork and painting. You manage contractors who execute major repairs or expansions to office spaces.

Purchasing
You’ll be responsible for contract administration as a Purchasing Project Manager. Use Microsoft Excel and Power BI to target data for cost-cutting and efficiency within the site.

As the primary contact between departments, staff leadership and shareholders, you’ll provide data-driven presentations dealing with cost savings and site efficiency.

Purchasing Project staff keep track of site assets and inventory. You also handle contracts with suppliers and site expansion or satellite office relocation.

Human Resources/Legal
Legal workers must evaluate, amend, and negotiate all contracts as part of our risk tolerance criteria. Many departments negotiate contracts every day, and as a member of the legal team, you’ll investigate the provisions of those contracts.

Collaborate with TQL's attorneys to update agreements and coordinate the status of working materials. You’ll serve as the liaison between legal and buying, as well as IT and sales management.

Internship or Co-op
When you work as a summer intern with TQL, you’ll get experience in your field of study while also working with a logistics business leader. You’ll collaborate with a mentor and the leadership to obtain real-world experience in a range of fields.

Your mentor will partner with you on multiple projects and offer great, actionable results. As a summer intern at TQL, you’ll have the chance to work with an industry leader and get experience in your subject of study.

Top Cities for Job Seekers
We have 8,000+ dedicated employees nationwide. As we continue to grow, there are many opportunities for you to join us in one of our 56 offices in 26 states. We offer competitive salaries and relocation reimbursement for some positions.

Students can also take advantage of our $5,000 tuition reimbursement when they join us.

Here are some of the cities that might interest you:

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Fast Track Program
Salespeople receive compensated on-the-job training when they begin the Fast Track mentoring program. Get compensated for relocating to TQL headquarters and gaining leadership experience quickly.

Once your sales targets are met, we will compensate you for relocating to any other TQL office in the U.S. To begin this entry-level position, applicants don’t need a bachelor's degree or sales experience.

You'll also get direct access to top-level leadership mentors for faster advancement.

Which Job Pays the Most at the Entry Level?
All jobs have different levels of pay based on several factors, including department placement and location.

What Is the Easiest Job to Get Into?
What's easy for some isn't easy for others, so it's a matter of perspective. Some employees prefer the customer service side, while others prefer to work with SQL databases. We believe every position is uniquely challenging and rewarding.

What is a Typical Entry-Level Position?
Typical entry-level positions vary by department, but they all start with onboarding kits, paid training, and mentorship.

Final Thoughts
As you continue your job search, consider a business career with one of the top logistics employers in the US. You’ll have tremendous prospects for growth. Our leadership is ready to support and mentor you in your efforts to build your best career.

JOBSENTRY LEVEL POSITIONS

WHY DO I WANT TO WORK AT TQL?

ENTRY LEVEL POSITONS

“The environment of each office is always filled with energy and hard working Sales reps. The support from all departments is incredible. Also how personable leadership is towards your success at TQL.” –Logistics Account Executive in Grand Rapids, MI

"A great company where anyone has the potential to earn life changing money with TQL's uncapped commission structure. In addition, an excellent company atmosphere where teamwork is encouraged as well as internal competition. Work hard, play hard." –Logistics Account Executive in Boston, MA

"I've been with TQL for 10+ years now and I loved everyday of it. I get to work with a new great team and learn something new everyday. Hard work and results are celebated at every opportunity." –Senior Financial Analyst in Cincinnati, OH

“The environment of each office is always filled with energy and hard working Sales reps. The support from all departments is incredible. Also how personable leadership is towards your success at TQL.” –Logistics Account Executive in Fayetteville, AR

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ENTRY LEVEL POSITIONS

“The environment of each office is always filled with energy and hard working Sales reps. The support from all departments is incredible. Also how personable leadership is towards your success at TQL.”
–Logistics Account Executive in Grand Rapids, MI

"A great company where anyone has the potential to earn life changing money with TQL's uncapped commission structure. In addition, an excellent company atmosphere where teamwork is encouraged as well as internal competition. Work hard, play hard."
–Logistics Account Executive in Boston, MA

“The environment of each office is always filled with energy and hard working Sales reps. The support from all departments is incredible. Also how personable leadership is towards your success at TQL.”
–Logistics Account Executive in Fayetteville, AR