Director of Sales & Business Development
Location: Cedar Rapids, IA / Flexible Remote
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Overview
One of our clients is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sales & Business Development Director to join their team. This individual will play a key role in driving revenue growth by securing new clients and expanding existing relationships within the brokerage and transportation/logistics sector. The ideal candidate will have strong industry expertise, a proven track record of business development success, and preferably an existing network of customer relationships that can support continued strategic growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Generate new leads and develop a strong pipeline through prospecting, networking, referrals, and industry relationships.
- Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with clients.
- Understand customers' transportation and logistics needs and develop solutions tailored to their requirements.
- Develop and present customized logistics solutions that are cost-effective and efficient.
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and commercial terms while maintaining profitability.
- Support ongoing account management and customer service as needed.
- Identify opportunities to expand existing accounts and develop new strategic customer relationships.
- Stay current on industry trends, transportation regulations, and market developments.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful implementation and delivery of customer solutions.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in sales and business development within the transportation, logistics, freight brokerage, or related industry.
- Demonstrated ability to generate new business and build a strong sales pipeline.
- Established industry network and customer relationships strongly preferred.
- Strong negotiation, presentation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to understand customer needs and develop customized solutions.
- Self-motivated, results-oriented, and capable of working independently in a remote environment.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary plus commission.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Flexible remote work environment.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.