Area Sales Manager - Ohio

Landstar System, Inc.; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 45,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a motivated individual to drive revenue growth in the Ohio territory. This remote position requires local residency and involves building relationships with agents while promoting safety and corporate support. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sales, particularly in the transportation sector, and be dedicated to enhancing customer satisfaction. Join a company that values teamwork, safety, and professional development, offering a supportive work environment with competitive compensation and benefits. If you are ready to make an impact in a dynamic field, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Affordable Medical Plans

Qualifications

• 2+ years of B2B sales experience required.
• Strong organizational and business development skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Grow revenue within existing accounts and bring on new agents.
• Build and maintain relationships with agents and assist them.

Skills

Business Development

Sales Skills

Organizational Skills

Follow-up Skills

Customer Relationship Management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Posted Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 4:00 AM

What is Landstar?

Landstar stands for safe, secure and reliable transportation services delivered by our unique network of small business owners. Independent agents and capacity providers operating under the Landstar umbrella enjoy the strength and support of one of the industry’s most stable and successful companies. Our network of independent entrepreneurs provide customers with personalized service at the local level with the global reach and resources of a multi-billion dollar company.

Location: Remote/work from home in Ohio

What work will you perform?
You will be responsible for growing revenue within existing accounts in the Ohio territory as well as bringing on new revenue producing Landstar agents in the same region. While this is a remote position, you need to live locally in the territory.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Bring on new revenue producing agents.
2. Call on existing accounts, grow the account, and take market share.
3. Call on new accounts and grow the accounts. Take market share.
4. Building and maintaining agent relationships by:
1. Promoting safety
2. Being a liaison between agent and corporate when necessary
3. Managing and maintaining agents
4. Working with all departments to assist agents with growing

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Two years B2B sales experience

Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

• Two years related transportation sales experience
• One year Account Management

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent business development/sales skills in multi-modal transportation/logistics
• Excellent organizational and follow-up skills
• Availability for heavy travel

Licenses:

A valid driver's license without restrictions is required.

Why work at Landstar?

Landstar is seeking hard-working and dedicated employees committed to exceeding the expectations of those we serve. We employ a highly diverse workforce and welcome employees from all cultures and backgrounds to our team.

Our workplace culture is second-to-none. Landstar provides a safe and professional work environment in which to thrive and grow. We offer competitive compensation, robust benefit plans including affordable medical plans, employer 401(k) match, paid time off, tuition assistance and much more.

If you want to be part of a top-notch transportation company with an emphasis on safety, service, teamwork, and dedication then Landstar is the place for you!

Landstar is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Landstar will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should send an e-mail to [e-mail].

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