Local Account Executive

XPO Logistics, Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider is seeking a Local Account Executive in Toronto, Ontario to drive sales and manage customer relationships. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree and have direct experience in sales. Responsibilities include daily customer visits, negotiating contracts, and collaborating with sales support staff. This position offers a competitive compensation package with extended health benefits, life insurance, and a pension plan, making it an attractive opportunity for sales-driven individuals.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Extended health benefits

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Pension plan

Qualifications

• 1 year of direct business-to-business selling experience supporting sales efforts.
• Flexible to work evenings and weekends.
• Proven track record of success in sales and customer relations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily customer visits to drive sales increases.
• Grow share of wallet from new and existing customers.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with customers.

Skills

Business-to-business selling

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office (PowerPoint)

Salesforce.com

Job description

What you’ll need to succeed as a Local Account Executive at XPO

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, 4 years of related work experience or equivalent military experience
• 1 year of direct business-to-business selling experience supporting both local and national sales efforts
• Experience with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint)
• Experience working with enterprise Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools
• Available and flexible to work evenings and some weekends as needed

Preferred qualifications:

• 2 years of direct business-to-business selling experience supporting both local and national sales efforts
• Experience working with Salesforce.com
• Proven track record of success in sales, customer relations and collaborating across multiple business units
• Competitive nature with a hunter mentality and a strong desire to win
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Solid time management and organizational skills with the ability to be productive in a variety of work environments
• Ability to understand competitor strategies, products, and pricing patterns

About the Local Account Executive job

Pay, benefits and more:

• Competitive compensation package
• Extended health benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
• Life insurance
• Disability coverage
• Pension plan

What you’ll do on a typical day

• Conduct daily face-to-face customer visits to drive sales increases and support local sales in national and strategic accounts
• Grow share of wallet within existing customer base, gain share of wallet from new customers and grow overall market share within your assigned territory
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with customers
• Facilitate the networking of Directors of Sales/Operations, Service Center Managers and Supervisors with the customer
• Work with Customer Support Specialists, Customer Service Representatives and other sales support staff to ensure effective administrative support and customer satisfaction
• Develop relationships vertically and horizontally within customer organizations
• Share market and sales status with local service center; describe future business opportunities for local employees

About XPO

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status, disability or other protected status.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.

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