Summary:
 

• The Manager Sales is responsible for growing the company’s logistics business in an assigned territory, in accordance with corporate objectives (revenue & profit targets, product growth initiatives, etc.).
• The Manager Sales serves as the main sales contact point for prospects and the sales account owner for customers assigned in their region. They must also find and develop qualified leads, then convert them through the sales process into prospects and customers.
• The Manager Sales is a highly motivated individual with a strong import/export ocean (NVOCC) and air transportation skill set, capable of developing compelling value propositions that foster strong relationships. Selling value added 3PL solutions, including customs brokerage, vendor management, consolidation/CFS, warehousing & distribution is also critical for success.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
  Grows the company’s global business/services in an assigned territory, in accordance with corporate objectives (i.e. revenue & profit targets, product growth initiatives, etc.).
  Serves as the main sales contact point for prospects and the sales account owner for
  customers assigned in their region.
• Find & develop qualified leads (cold calling), then convert them through the sales process into prospects and customers. Continuously keep the sales pipeline full with deals at various types and stages, including fresh/new (qualified) leads/introductions, mid and late-stage sales life cycle targets. The ideal sales pipeline will always be full with a wide variety of account types, company sizes, diversified industries, transactional vs. strategic business and services offered.
• Engages prospects and customers to present the company s services, always furthering relationships up the value continuum towards the advisory (value added role). Advocates for both the company and the customer, striving to find win-win solutions that expand and further client relationships.
• Performs regular (daily) visits to qualified prospects and customers, in accordance with Managements directives, to drive the business and grow the company’s revenue, market share and profitability. Builds relationships at all levels and represents the company in a professional manner, including making presentations.
• Conducts quarterly business reviews (QBRs) with clients.
•  Self manages various administrative aspects including:
   
• Expense reporting in accordance with company’s budget and travel policy.
• Updates to customer relationship management (CRM) software and prepares/submits all required reports
  in an accurate and timely manner.
• Achieves the annual growth targets (revenue, profit, volume) as defined in the sales planner.
  Must be capable of closing business independently, although management team / corporate support is readily available.
• Performs all other duties as assigned and requested by management.

Experience and Skills
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of related outside sales experience, with a demonstrable book of business and strong shipper relationships in diversified industries.
• Relevant (functionally specific) job knowledge and experience, including ocean (NVOCC) & air freight, both import and export.
• Ability to sell/represent the company other lines of business including customs brokerage, consolidation/CFS and related value-added information services.
• A unique combination of good interpersonal and communications/presentation skills, both written and oral, coupled with a sharp business acumen and consultative sales approach.