District Sales Executive

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Bensenville (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Health plan

Life and disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Training and development program

Job summary

Expeditors is seeking a District Sales Executive to drive regional sales, manage prospects, and build relationships with customers and internal teams. You will create value-added logistics solutions, support new accounts and collections, and participate in training to expand your product knowledge.

The role requires 2–5 years of sales experience in global logistics, strong communication, and the ability to hit budgets while maintaining a robust pipeline; base salary ranges with commission are

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of sales experience in the global logistics market.
• Knowledge of the global logistics industry and market dynamics.
• Strong problem solving, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work productively both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned territory and know potential customers and competitors.
• Timely data entry in our Customer Relationship Management tool.
• Build relationships with customers and collaborate with regional teams.
• Create value-added logistics solutions including network diagrams and cost benefits.
• Support the transition of new accounts and AR collection.
• Own the credit setup process for new customers onboard.
• Attend training to develop selling skills and Expeditors product knowledge.
• Engage in local trade groups as directed by the DSM.
• Make 50 sales calls monthly and conduct joint calls as directed.
• Meet required budgets and maintain a diversified sales pipeline.

Skills

Logistics knowledge

Sales experience

Problem solving

Team player

Self-motivated

Relationship building

Tools

CRM software

Job description

We take care of our employees, and they take care of our customers!

Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems.

Our Mission

We recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over.We love to promote from within- more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us!

Job Description

• Manage an assigned territory and demonstrate extensive knowledge of potential customers and competitors in this area
• Timely data entry in our Customer Relationship Management tool
• Build relationships with Customer & collaborate with regional team, Geo, and Knowledge Management resources
• Create value-added solutions for customer’s logistics needs, including Network Diagrams & Cost benefit solutions
• Support the transition of new accounts
• Support AR (accounts receivable) collection
• Own Credit setup process with new customers onboard
• Attend training & development sessions to continue developing selling skills and updating Expeditors Product and Service knowledge
• Involvement in local trade groups, as directed by the DSM
• Make 50 sales calls every month or as directed by DSM
• Make required number of joint calls as directed by DSM
• Meet required individual budgets
• Have diversified sales pipeline across verticals & Expeditors service
• Take on additional assignments as required, supporting company needs

Qualifications

• Global logistics industry knowledge
• 2- 5 years of sales experience in the required market.
• Strong problem solving, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work productively both individually and in a team environment
• Sense of urgency for goal achievement
• Self-motivated with ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong rapport and relationship-building focused
• Empowered to make quick decisions in response to changing conditions
• Influences others to action
• Timeliness and accountability for results
• Global logistics industry knowledge
• Valid drivers license

Expeditors Core Competencies

• Exceptional Customer Service:

Exceeds customer expectations by anticipating, understanding and meeting needs. Is proactive and when issues arise, is timely and resolute in solving problems, including escalating to management when necessary. Builds rapport and exhibits empathy during interactions, and consistently strives to improve customer satisfaction with customers. (This skill expectation applies both externally (customers, service providers) and internally (other Expeditors offices/employees).

• Job Execution:

Consistently completes quality work that matches job expectations. Is committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement for own job function and across the network. All activities are compliant with company policies/procedures and code of business conduct and with government regulations.

• Reliability:

Consistently meets deadlines. Is punctual and can be relied on for planning purposes. Is organized, manages own time effectively and can prioritize.

Displays a willingness to accomplish not only his/her own job responsibilities without the need for constant prodding but is willing, without request, to aid and assist others to the benefit of the company and/or customers. Works in harmony with superiors and fellow workers without incident or delay.

• Communication:

Effectively listens to others and communicates (verbal and written) in a professional manner, both internally and externally. Provides relevant and timely information to co-workers, customers and service providers. Answers phone calls and responds to voicemails, emails and other communication according to Expeditors' standards.

• Culture:

Exhibits and promotes the company’s 10 cultural attributes: Appearance, Attitude, Confidence, Curiosity, Excellence, Integrity, Pride, Resolute, Sense of Humor, and Visionary.

• Personal Growth and Development:

Participates in training within the company’s guidelines, completing at least 52 hours of relevant training per year. Completes required training in a timely manner with minimal reminders. Pursues professional development goals for self, including participating in a development plan as appropriate.

District Sales Executive Job-Specific Performance Expectations

• Prospecting

Maintains a robust leads management and prospecting program that enables a healthy sales pipeline. This includes: Completing thorough customer research to qualify and validate good prospects, customizing cold calling scripts, and scheduling and executing adequate time for cold calling and scheduling new meetings.

• Call Activity

Proactive and organized for continuous and productive monthly call activity so that: calls are scheduled two weeks in advance, call schedule is full for the following week, completed call and joint call expectations are achieved monthly.

Maintains a healthy pipeline with the right mix of opportunities (aligned with the district tactical business plan) at the different steps of the Team Selling Process. Is Persistent in contacting prospects and targets at the proper cadence to keep opportunities moving through the pipeline, and meets with new prospects weekly to ensure the healthy backfill of the sales pipeline.

• Closing & Revenue

Manages opportunities properly in order to close two opportunities monthly that meet or exceed global and regional growth expectations.

• Sales Skills & Sales Call Management

Competently and confidently navigates opportunities through each step of the sales process with the use of sales techniques (lines of questions, leveraging the network), and tools (network diagrams, business process flows, IISBs, etc.).

Additional Information

• Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
• Health Plan: Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision
• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (US only)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Personnel Development Program
• Base salary range is $50,000-$75,000 per year plus commission

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.