Regional Sales Account Executive (Cox Fleet)

Cox Enterprises; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & bonus

Work-life balance

Comprehensive healthcare

401(k) with company match

Parental leave & fertility coverage

Professional development

Job summary

Cox Automotive is seeking a Regional Sales Account Executive to own a multi-state territory, drive revenue growth, and manage complex fleet management solutions. You will cultivate executive relationships, develop strategic plans, and expand our market presence.

The role rewards ownership and autonomy, offering a competitive compensation package, bonus incentives, and opportunities for professional development as you deliver measurable impact across your territory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 4 years of experience (or equivalent combination).
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.
• Ability to travel up to 80% across multimarket territories.

Responsibilities

• Drive revenue growth by developing new business across territory.
• Achieve and exceed annual sales targets for fleet management solutions.
• Lead complex sales cycles using consultative approaches to close high-value deals.
• Partner with fleet customers to understand operational needs and objectives.
• Deliver tailored proposals and presentations that communicate value.
• Maintain a healthy pipeline with reliable forecasting using CRM tools.

Skills

Relationship building

Prospecting

Consultative selling

Sales strategy

CRM proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree with 4+ years experience

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

**This is a regional position. Preference will go to applicants living in territory of Kansas City, MO or Wichita, KS.**

The best sales roles feel less like following a script and more like building something of your own. As a Regional Sales Account Executive at Cox Automotive, you’ll experience exactly that.

In this role, you’ll run your territory like your own business, driving growth by building your pipeline, shaping your strategy and cultivating executive-level relationships. You’ll guide organizations through big operational challenges and introduce advanced fleet management solutions that make their operations smarter, safer and more efficient.

If you’re energized by ownership, autonomy and the thrill of driving meaningful revenue and market expansion, this role puts you in the driver’s seat.

What’s in It for You?

Here’s a sneak peek of the benefits you could experience as a Cox employee:

• A competitive salary and top-notch bonus/incentive plans.

• Exceptional work-life balance, flexible time-off policies and accommodating work schedules.

• A pro-sales culture that honors what salespeople (like you!) contribute to our success.

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits, with multiple options for individuals and families.

• Generous 401(k) retirement plans with company match.

• Inclusive parental leave policies, plus comprehensive fertility coverage and adoption assistance.

• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.

• Access to financial wellness/planning resources.

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What You’ll Do

You’ll drive revenue growth by developing new business across your territory, guiding customers through complex fleet challenges and maintaining strong relationships from first conversation through handoff to account management. You will:

• Achieve and exceed annual sales targets and fleet management solutions and related services.

• Develop and execute sales strategies to grow the customer base and enter new markets.

• Lead complex sales cycles using consultative and Challenger-based approaches to close high-value deals.

• Partner with fleet customers to understand their operational needs, pain points and business objectives.

• Deliver tailored proposals and presentations that clearly communicate value.

• Maintain a healthy, accurate pipeline using CRM tools (e.g. Salesforce) with reliable forecasting.

• Share actionable insights on industry trends, market shifts and emerging fleet challenges.

• Prepare and present customer reports by collecting and analyzing key data.

• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless customer experiences and long-term account growth.

• Own $5-10M in new business development, managing accounts until transition to the account management team.

Who You Are

You’re a driven, resilient sales pro who knows how to hunt for new business and build trust quickly. You welcome feedback, think both strategically and tactically and communicate with clarity and confidence. You also bring the following qualifications:

Minimum

• A bachelor’s degree with 4 years of experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master’s degree with up to 2 years of related experience; a Ph.D. and up to 1 year; or 8+ years of relevant industry experience.

• A valid driver’s license and a strong driving record.

• The ability to travel extensively (up to 80%) across multimarket and multistate territories.

Preferred

• Experience in trucking or fleet management sales.

• Proven success prospecting, developing new business and growing existing accounts.

• Strong communication, customer service and relationship-building skills.

• Working knowledge of effective sales and marketing techniques.

• This is a regional position. Preference will go to applicants living in territory of Kansas City, MO or Wichita, KS.