Account Executive - Sales
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Slingshot Transportation Inc. is expanding again! We have an exciting new opportunity Account Executive - Salesperson to join our operations team at the Calgary AB terminal.
COMPENSATION: TO BE NEGOTIATED, MUST HAVE A BOOK OF BUSINESS
Slingshot Transportation, Inc. is an asset-based trucking and logistics company with many years of proven success and locations throughout North America.
We contribute our successes to our customer first attitude as well as our company standards of respect, fairness, and teamwork. We have a fantastic team of seasoned logistics professionals and are currently looking for a dynamic Account Executive to provide continued growth in our asset and 3PL divisions.
This successful candidate must be highly self-motivated with a positive attitude and whose personal standards meet those of Slingshot. It is important that the successful candidate bring with them a proven sales record and willing to share and develop strategies to increase our customer base and generate revenue. Strong negotiation skills are imperative.
Compensation for this role is negotiated based on the individuals’ annual sales and ability to support their own logistics needs.
This is a hybrid role meaning you will be working a blend of in office, on the road as well the ability to work from home occasionally.
Are you the right person for this role? If so, pls apply below. Only qualified applicants will be contacted for next steps. Thank you for your interest in Slingshot Transportation, Inc.
Position Purpose:
· Achieve growth and hit sales targets by successfully managing and forecasting sales.
· Provide operational support including customer service, carrier sourcing, load booking and tracking.
· Assessing market conditions and identifying opportunities
· Ensure proper sourcing of carriers, maintain mutually beneficial carrier/broker relationships, and meet pickup and delivery requirements in a timely fashion.
· Ensure compliance with company and industry policies and procedures.
· Work with the General Manager, Canada to develop forecast, financial objectives, and business plans.
· Determine the best services to meet customers’ needs.
· Generate revenue.
· Support and provide leadership to the continued growth of customer base.
We are looking for the following skills and attributes:
· Passion for sales and logistics
· Strong negotiation skills
· Experience in growing revenue and achieving revenue targets.
· Proven experience in lead generation and sales.
· Working knowledge in the transportation industry and/or freight brokering.
· Knowledge of Industry Rules and Regulations
· Ability to work in a team environment in high pressure situations.
· Strong written and oral communication skills are essential
· Ability to listen, speak and communicate effectively, often in some state of distress.
· High degree of proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word.
· Strong analytical, prioritizing, multitasking, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
· Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
· Strong leadership and customer service skills
· Ability to provide after-hours and weekend support.
· Willingness to travel as required.
· Must have reliable transportation.
What Does Slingshot Transportation, Inc. offer you?
· Competitive remuneration package
· Logistics support as needed.
· Dental care
· Extended health
· Paid time off
· Life insurance
· Disability insurance
· Company events
· Vision care
· On-site parking
· Casual dress
· RRSP match
· Tuition reimbursement
· Employee assistance program
· Respect
· Fairness
· Teamwork
· Positive working environment
Slingshot Transportation Inc. offers a competitive compensation plan and offer a full benefits package including but not limited to; medical, dental, RRSP match and vision.
If you have a passion for results and want to grow your career with a dynamic and growing industry leader, please submit your cover letter and resume. We thank all applicants for their interest in joining Slingshot Transportation Inc; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $70,000.00-$90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Application question(s):
- What is your annual salary/commission request?
- Do you have experience in Transportation & Logistics Sales?
- What is your annual sales revenue?
- Are you in a non-compete or non-solicit?
Work Location: In person
