District Sales Executive

Company Description We take care of our employees, and they take care of our customers! Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems. Our Mission We recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us! Job Description The District Sales Executive orchestrates involvement of multiple people in our Sales process, so that new customer revenue is consistently secured for our district office and Expeditors network. The role is focused on attracting, closing local accounts and ensuring continual business growth within the District. WHAT YOU DO: Tasks and Duties For detailed job-specific tasks and duties completed on a regular basis by the employee, please reference the Sales Playbook on insite. This section lists job-specific tasks and duties, such as the ones listed below, that are completed on a regular basis by the District Sales Executive (DSE). This list may be edited to the specific job role. Manage an assigned territory and demonstrate extensive knowledge of potential customers and competitors in this area Timely data entry in our Customer Relationship Management tool Build relationships with Customer & collaborate with regional team, Geo, and Knowledge Management resources Create value-added solutions for customer’s logistics needs, including Network Diagrams & Cost benefit solutions Support the transition of new accounts Support AR (accounts receivable) collection Own Credit setup process with new customers onboard Attend training & development sessions to continue developing selling skills and updating Expeditors Product and Service knowledge Involvement in local trade groups, as directed by the DSM Make 50 sales calls every month or as directed by DSM Make required number of joint calls as directed by DSM Meet required individual budgets Have diversified sales pipeline across verticals & Expeditors service Take on additional assignments as required, supporting company needs Physical Demands This section lists physical demands required of this job and may be edited to the specific job role. Use of standard office equipment - computer with keyboard and mouse, phone, fax/copy/scan machine, etc. Write with pencil/pen/marker Functions performed primarily while seated at desk Qualifications WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU BRING TO US: This section lists desired qualifications for the job and may be edited to the specific job role. Oral and written proficiency in the English language Well versed with the trade market 2- 5 years of sales experience in the required market. Strong problem solving, organizational, and interpersonal skills Ability to work productively both individually and in a team environment Sense of urgency for goal achievement Self-motivated with ability to work in a fast-paced environment Strong rapport and relationship-building focused Empowered to make quick decisions in response to changing conditions Influences others to action Timeliness and accountability for results Presentat…

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