Account Manager – Peace Region (Grande Prairie)

Job Title: Account Manager – Peace Region (Grande Prairie)
Job ID: 77688
Location: Prairie, Alberta

Overview:
Our busy transport client is seeking an Account Manager for the Peace Region. Are you a competitive, eager, motivated professional looking for an opportunity to learn and grow with a well-respected transportation company that offers training and mentorship? Then this could be the position for you!

What you will be doing:

1. Managing existing accounts and growing revenues
2. Soliciting new business and increasing revenue levels over the previous year
3. Communicating effectively with all departments to ensure our customers are receiving the service we have committed to
4. Attending sales meetings, industry functions, trade shows, and training programs
5. Travel expectations of 30-40% which may include overnight stays with all expenses reimbursed.
6. Ensuring all reports are completed and submitted in a timely fashion
7. Daily use of the laptop and contact management system, including time management, planning and scheduling of calls, updating calls and activities in CRM.

What you must have:

1. University/College Graduate preferred
2. A Minimum 2 years related sales experience
3. Valid driver's license and good condition/reliable vehicle
4. Must be computer literate (Excel, Word, Gmail, etc.)
5. Strong communication skills with proficiency at listening, selling (persuasion), problem-solving, and negotiation
6. Must be flexible as the job requires being able to deal effectively with changing circumstances, customer demands, last-minute requests, and deadlines
7. Must be well-organized and able to manage time efficiently and effectively
8. Self-motivated and results-driven

Salary/Rate Range: $70,000 – $80,000

Other Information:

1. Competitive wages (Hourly)
2. Benefits – including short term and long term disability
3. Profit sharing
4. Scholarship program
5. And more!