Strategic Logistics Sales Executive — Transportation

CJ Logistics America

Des Plaines (IL)

Hybrid

USD 100,000 - 120,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive plan

Hybrid flexibility

Travel opportunities

Job summary

CJ Logistics America is hiring a Sales Executive to drive growth in transportation solutions. You will represent CJ Logistics at industry events, manage RFPs, and lead lead-generation for contracted logistics services including WM and TM.

The role requires 3–5+ years in client-facing business development, a logistics degree, and a track record of $1M+ annual contracts. The position offers a base salary in the six-figure range with an annual incentive plan, hybrid work, and regional travel (2–3

Qualifications

3–5+ years in client-facing business development or account management.
Proven ability to secure $1M+ in annual sales contracts.
Extensive logistics sector knowledge and a strong professional network.
Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or equivalent.
Voice of the customer with diverse management stakeholders.
Strategic thinker with CRM, PowerPoint and Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities

Identify new business opportunities within key industry verticals for contracted logistics services.
Develop and implement sales strategies for Warehouse Management and Transportation Management to hit revenue targets.
Prospect, network, and conduct market research to generate leads.
Build and maintain client relationships ensuring high satisfaction and loyalty.
Cross-sell services including Brokerage, Freight Forwarding, Cold Chain, and Value-Added Services.
Lead proposals and RFP responses and coordinate with operations and marketing.
Monitor performance and report progress and market insights to management.
Travel 2–3 trips per month; balance with remote work.