Business Development Executive

FedEx Group; Canada; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major logistics company in Canada is seeking a Business Development Executive to manage the sales cycle for new and existing accounts. This role involves generating leads, developing sales strategies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have strong logistics experience and excellent interpersonal skills, along with a bachelor's degree or significant relevant experience in the field. Competitive pay and benefits are offered, including tuition reimbursement and medical coverage.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Tuition reimbursement program

Paid time off programs

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Life insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• 8 years of supply chain or 3PL sales experience preferred.
• 10 years of relevant experience if no degree.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full sales cycle for assigned accounts.
• Generate leads through proactive networking.
• Develop and execute account strategies.
• Identify target opportunities for potential business.
• Provide weekly reporting on account status.

Skills

Solution selling across industry verticals

Logistics capabilities

Interpersonal skills

Strategic planning expertise

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

High school diploma/GED with relevant experience

Job description

Business Development Executive

The Business Development Executive is a direct selling role responsible for managing the full sales cycle for assigned accounts, including both new and existing customers. This position focuses on signing new business within specific industry verticals, identifying market trends, and driving strategic account growth.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prospect and generate leads within assigned target customer groups through proactive networking and leveraging relationships across the FedEx enterprise.
• Develop sales strategies for deploying company services to customer opportunities within designated industry verticals.
• Partner with cross-functional teams and operating companies to document and execute account strategies.
• Lead the qualification process for new accounts through direct customer engagement.
• Identify target opportunities and manage the qualification process for potential business.
• Collaborate across functional areas to develop solutions, proposals, and pricing models.
• Attend sales calls to refine opportunities and build compelling value propositions.
• Manage the proposal and presentation process for customer engagements.
• Coordinate with sales teams in other operating companies to align efforts with shared customers.
• Utilize established tools and processes to maintain accurate and up-to-date sales data.
• Provide weekly reporting on account status and business development progress.
• Lead the sales effort from initial interest through final presentation and account award.
• Continuously energize and advance the sales cycle with professionalism and enthusiasm.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred, with 8 years of supply chain or 3PL sales experience.
• In lieu of degree, high school diploma or GED with 10 years of relevant experience.

Skills and Qualifications

• Successful experience selling solutions across industry verticals to customers of varying size and complexity.
• Proven capabilities in logistics, operations, customer service, and project management.
• Strong interpersonal skills for building effective customer and team relationships.
• Strategic planning and sales management expertise.

Requirements, Perks, and Benefits (US – Exempt)

Physical & Cognitive Requirements (With or Without Accommodation)

• Ability to follow policies and procedures.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret information.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Ability to sit, walk, or stand for the duration of the shift.
• Must possess visual acuity to perform essential job functions.
• Ability to conduct physical tasks with a full range of motion throughout the warehouse environment.
• Ability to lift/carry items up to 50 pounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

FedEx Supply Chain, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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• Pay Transparency
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act

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FedEx Supply Chain is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in its application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact [e-mail].

Perks and Benefits at FedEx Supply Chain (FSC)

• Competitive Pay: Competitive wages depending on your location and experience, paid bi-weekly for both full-time and part-time opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Holiday pay and accrued paid time off programs offering both Vacation and PTO
• Medical, dental, vision, and voluntary benefits available on day one
• Basic life insurance
• Basic AD&D coverage
• Supplemental Life and Supplemental AD&D
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage for full-time employees after 180 days of service
• Paid parental leave for both moms and dads
• Paid bereavement and jury duty

Note: Pay is based on several factors including, but not limited to, market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education/training, and a candidate’s work experience.

Job Disclaimer (US)

Please note that this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. The Company reserves the right to modify duties or assign additional responsibilities as necessary to meet business needs.