Sales Account Executive - Logistics

Looking for a great opportunity to apply your outside sales experience to drive growth for a full service logistics company in the Twin Cities?  We are looking for a high energy outside Sales Account Executive that is well connected in the twin cities and wants to be a key member of a significant growth opportunity.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position reports to the Sales Director.

This position will provide you with the responsibilities of:

• Identifying and establishing new OEM customers in the twin cities and the five state region
• Working from the office, developing the sales call plan and executing the plan throughout each week
• Working with customers to understand each request and provide solutions
• Establishing new customers, growing the business and continually looking for revenue opportunities
• Working with internal resources to prepare all information needed for quoting in a timely manor
• Communicating with customers on the status of their deliveries and expediting as needed
• Maintaining existing customer contacts and growing their business
• Preparing sales forecasts with projected volume for each customer
• Keeping up to date with the capabilities and technology available and communicating with customers on new developments
• Managing profit margins on new and existing business – adjusting pricing as necessary
• Taking the lead on any issues that arise with customers 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

An excellent candidate will have the following skills and qualifications:

• Bachelors degree desired
• A minimum of three years experience as an Account Executive in the logistics industry – preferably in the Twin Cities with a track record of account growth
• Ability to read and understand contracts
• A passion for your work and taking initiative to drive growth
• Strong communication skills
• Up to 75% travel may be required
• Proficient with MS office software and databases 

This position will provide you with an exciting opportunity to show you can establish and grow new accounts.  You will be in a high profile position and your success will make you a great candidate for future opportunities.

Interested?  Please apply on-line or email your resume to: mike.armbrust@mrstcroix.com