As one of North America’s leading third-party logistics companies, Spot is actively seeking top-tier talent to join our dynamic team. With ambitious expansion goals set, we’re on the hunt for individuals who are not only driven to succeed but also committed to continuous growth. Here are some valuable tips from our professional recruiters to help you create an optimized resume and secure a spot with us:
Did you know that over 98% of Fortune 500 companies, 66% of large companies, and 35% of small companies utilize an Applicant Tracking System (ATS)? Spot is one of them! ATS makes it convenient for us to track applications seamlessly. But what exactly is an ATS-friendly resume?
An ATS-friendly resume is tailored specifically to navigate through applicant tracking systems. By utilizing an easy-to-read format and incorporating relevant keywords from the job description, you increase your resume’s chances of making it into the hands of a hiring manager.
- Choose an ATS-Optimized Resume Format and Template
- The chronological resume format works best with ATS as it organizes your work experience from most recent to oldest in an easily digestible manner.
- Avoid graphic elements, tables, or unique fonts in your resume.
- Correctly Label Your Sections
- Stick to standard resume headings like “Work Experience” and “Skills.” Avoid unconventional headings that might confuse ATS software.
- Include Job-Related Keywords
- Tailor your resume with keywords from the job description to ensure ATS recognizes your qualifications for the position.
- Choose a Common Resume Font
- Stick to basic, easy-to-read fonts like Times New Roman or Arial to enhance readability for both humans and ATS software.
- Save Your Resume as PDF or .docx
- PDF is preferred. Stick to the basics to avoid formatting issues.
- Save the file with your name (ex. “Resume_JohnSmith”)
- Focus on Accomplishments, Not Responsibilities
- Rather than simply listing your job duties, focus on showcasing your accomplishments and contributions in each role.
- Use the X+Y+Z formula to structure your bullet points: Accomplished [X] as measured by [Y], by doing [Z].
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- For example, instead of saying “Managed social media accounts,” you could say “Increased engagement on social media platforms by 25% through targeted content strategies and community engagement initiatives.”
- Tailor Your Resume to the Job
- Customize your resume for each position you apply for by emphasizing relevant skills and experiences.
- Carefully review the job description and identify key qualifications and requirements.
- Highlight your experiences and achievements that directly align with the job’s needs.
- Consider rearranging or rephrasing sections of your resume to prioritize the most relevant information for each application.
- Quantify Your Achievements
- Whenever possible, quantify your accomplishments with numbers, percentages, or other measurable indicators.
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- For instance, instead of saying “Increased sales revenue,” specify “Increased sales revenue by 25% within six months.”
- Use Action Verbs
- Start each bullet point with a strong action verb to convey your proactive approach and highlight your contributions.
- Look at the job description and company website to see what verbs the company is frequently using. Find ways to incorporate those verbs into your resume.
- Showcase Relevant Skills
- Include a dedicated skills section to highlight your relevant technical, soft, and transferable skills.
- Tailor your skills section to match the requirements of the job you’re applying for.
- Prioritize skills that are most relevant to the position and provide examples or context to demonstrate proficiency.
Spot, one of the fastest-growing logistics companies in North America, announced today it will open another office, its sixth in the U.S., in Chicago this October. The company has signed a new, 31,000-square-foot lease for the 11th floor at 24 E. Washington Street, also known as the Marshall Field & Company Building, a landmark that includes Macy’s and the famous Tiffany Dome Ceiling. The new office will accommodate Spot’s exponential growth and further support the company’s hiring goals by leveraging the area’s diverse talent pool. Spot plans to hire 200 employees over the next two years, initially focusing on sales and technology positions.
“We chose Chicago because of the city’s exceptionally strong talent network,” said Spot Co-Founder Andrew Elsener. “Between being able to hire the best and brightest, and all of the amazing amenities that downtown Chicago offers, it was a logical choice for us to invest in our growth there.”
24 E. Washington Street is located in the heart of downtown Chicago in the Central Loop and offers a variety of amenities including a rooftop park and lounge, fitness center, and dining, retail, and hotel options. It also provides convenient access to all seven CTA lines, the pedway, and Millennium Park, home to the iconic Cloud Gate sculpture (The Bean), interactive fountains and tranquil gardens. It is a LEED Silver and WELL Health and Safety Rated building which will support future initiatives that are in line with Spot’s larger ESG practices and goals.
Cresa’s Allen Rogoway, Michael Marrion, and Tim O’Brien negotiated the lease on behalf of Spot while Telos’ Jack O’Brien and Caroline Colnon represented the building’s owner, Brookfield Properties. The architecture firm Lamar Johnson Collaborative will design the office space.
“We want to thank our real estate team that helped make our new Chicago location a reality,” said Spot Director of Operations Kreg Hunter. “Together they identified and secured a wonderful space for Spot to thrive. With an amenity rich environment and premier CBD location, our new office will allow our employees to continue to expand the firm’s capabilities while providing around-the-clock customer satisfaction.”
Added Elsener, “Success doesn’t happen without the great people at Spot. Through their drive to deliver, we continue to grow exponentially. With our Chicago office, we can expand our key relationships with great Midwest universities while providing meaningful opportunities to a seasoned, high-quality workforce.”
Founded in 2009 by Andrew Elsener and Andy Schenck, Spot has experienced continuous growth each year. In 2021, it saw record-breaking success with over $710 million in gross revenue. That pattern of success continued into 2022 with nearly $1 billion in gross revenue. The company has more than 600 employees across its locations in Indianapolis, Indiana, Charlotte, North Carolina, Tempe, Arizona, Tampa, Florida, and now Chicago, Illinois.
To learn more about Spot’s open positions, visit spotinc.com/careers, and to learn more about open tech positions, visit Spot’s technology company, Red Technologies, at redtms.com/careers.
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind.(October 19, 2022)–Spot Freight Inc. (Spot), an industry leader in empowering people and technology to optimize freight delivery, announced the official opening of its second Indianapolis office. The expansion will accommodate Spot’s exponential growth while helping to strengthen the downtown economy. Spot employs over 350 in-office workers between its two Indianapolis offices. Over the next two years, that number is planned to grow to 600 in-office workers in Indianapolis. Across all locations, Spot intends to hire more than 600 additional workers by 2024. The company currently has more than 500 employees across its locations in Indianapolis, Indiana, Charlotte, North Carolina, Tempe, Arizona, and Tampa, Florida.
The company occupies floors 11 and 12 of the newly-renovated Capital Center at 251 North Illinois Street. The approximately 42,500 square feet headquarters allows room for over 280 people providing capacity for its operations and technology functions across the entity. In addition to expansive views of the downtown landscape, the space offers a state-of-the-art training center, ergonomic design to enhance employee productivity, and satisfaction further.
“I continue to be inspired and am proud of our team. Their hard work is why we’ve experienced exponential growth over the last several years,” said Andrew Elsener, Co-Founder of Spot. “With the opening of our new office, and the renovations at our Sales Hub on Meridian Street, I feel we are offering our Indianapolis employees a spectacular working experience.”
“The opening of our second Indianapolis office allows us to be among the great mission-driven companies helping drive the downtown Indianapolis economy,” said Denny Darrow, Senior Vice President for Human Resources. “Spot has fantastic energy as a direct result from our collaborative work spaces. And as an organization, we believe downtown Indianapolis is our home, and we are proud to help strengthen the economy by bringing over 350 employees into the city daily.”
Spot worked closely alongside Zeller, Cushman & Wakefield, and longtime partners, Axis Architecture + Interiors and Business Furniture, to create a truly unique workspace. Capital Center’s transformation has repositioned the building to a Class A+ trophy tower and was recently awarded The Outstanding Building of the Year (TOBY) for excellence for renovated buildings by BOMA Indiana. In 2020, the design and renovations won the NAIOP People’s Choice of the Year.
Capital Center is conveniently located near Spot’s first downtown office, and current sales hub at 141 South Meridian Street, which will undergo additional modifications to its 36,000 square feet and where the sales and service divisions of the company will operate.
To learn more about Spot’s open positions, visit spotinc.com/careers.
Indianapolis, IN (September 8, 2022) – Spot, one of the fastest-growing logistics companies in North America, is pleased to announce the appointment of Denny Darrow as the company’s new Senior Vice President for Human Resources.
In this role, Darrow will oversee the development and execution of the company’s people strategy, including the expansion of its diverse workforce, compensation and benefits, recruiting, training and development and employee relations. Based out of Spot’s national headquarters in Indianapolis, Indiana, Darrow will work in close coordination with senior leadership ensuring policies and initiatives are aligned within all of the company’s locations across the country.
“We are thrilled to welcome Denny to the Spot team,” said Andrew Elsener, Co-Founder of Spot. “Our people are our greatest asset and this newly formed role underscores our commitment to our teammates across the organization. Denny will build upon our strong service orientation to our team and policies that support a positive company experience. He will also elevate our talent management and recruiting efforts as we continue to grow exponentially. We look forward to his leadership and passion for developing equitable workplaces that encourage innovation and excellence.”
“I am extremely excited to join Spot at this stage in its incredible history,” said Darrow. “Spot’s values and people-first culture truly inspire me. I look forward to collaborating with leadership to capitalize on the company’s momentum and amplifying the groundwork that has been laid.”
With more than 24 years of leadership experience in the human resources field, Darrow has led the human resources function in private, public and government sector businesses. Most recently, he served as Senior Vice President for Human Resources for STG Logistics, a multi-national provider of 3PL, transportation and warehouse distribution services in the U.S. and Mexico, including overseeing the human resources aspects of a large multinational acquisition that resulted in the addition of more than 700 employees across 30 locations.
In prior roles, Darrow has served as the Vice President for Human Resources at Celadon Group and Purdue University. He also led the State of Indiana’s performance culture renaissance and healthcare strategy for four years as Chief of Staff and Director at the State Personnel Department, appointed by Governors Mitch Daniels and Mike Pence.
In the community, Darrow has served as an advisor on numerous boards and non-profits, also serving as past Chairman of the Employer’s Forum of Indiana; a coalition of employers, healthcare providers, hospitals and insurers.
Darrow holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Purdue University, and has spoken to national audiences through the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, the National Governor’s Association (NGA), the State and Local Government Benefit Association (SALGBA) and the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM) on the topics of health and well-being, healthcare transparency and effective human resources leadership.
To learn more about Spot’s open positions, visit spotinc.com/careers.
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