Senior Global Freight Sales Executive

Priority Worldwide; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Worldwide is a growing world leader in freight forwarding, operating a fast-paced, eco-friendly business with a global footprint. You will join an international team focused on the Ultimate Customer Experience while leveraging cutting-edge technology.

As an Account Executive, you will develop and maintain client relationships, uncover new opportunities, and drive revenue across air, ocean, and land transport, warehousing, and customs brokerage.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in sales.
• Familiarity with freight forwarding operations preferred.
• Ability to negotiate and close complex deals.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and maintains client contacts and develops sales strategy.
• Manage day-to-day relationships with assigned clientele and develop a deep understanding of customer needs and long-term business strategies.
• Constant communication with clients via in-person visits, phone and e-mail to strengthen existing business ties and generate new revenue opportunities.
• Negotiate contracts, prepares quotations and proposals for clients.
• Dissemination of pertinent SOP's and industry information to operations staff.
• Interact with operations and customer service staff to ensure completion of activities and a cohesive team environment.
• Travel as needed to develop, secure and maintain target business.
• Market research to identify new clients and to expand business with existing clients in identified markets.

Skills

Sales experience

Client relationships

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Cargowise

Job description

Priority Worldwide is a growing world leader in freight forwarding, operating a fast-paced, eco-friendly business with a global footprint. You will join an international team focused on the Ultimate Customer Experience while leveraging cutting-edge technology.

As an Account Executive, you will develop and maintain client relationships, uncover new opportunities, and drive revenue across air, ocean, and land transport, warehousing, and customs brokerage.