Outside Sales/Account Executive

Adcom Worldwide

Outside Sales/Account Executive

Charlotte, NC
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k) matching

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    401(k)

    Benefits/Perks

    Competitive Compensation

    Paid Time Off (vacation and holidays)

    Career Growth Opportunities

    401 (k)

    401 (k) Matching

    Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

    Job Summary

    We are seeking a highly motivated and energetic Sales Representative/Account Executive to join our team. For over 25 years, Adcom Worldwide has offered the finest specialized services available in the transportation industry. In this role, you will generate leads, attract new clients, and close deals primarily in the Southeastern US; however account executives can sell globally and can request to register leads for companies in other locations. Your responsibilities will include building rapport with prospective, new and existing customers within your territory, evaluating their needs and selling our services. The ideal candidate has an outgoing personality, exceptional customer service skills and a strong desire to onboard new clients.

    LOOKING FOR REPRESENTATIVES IN CHARLOTTE, NC, CHARLESTON, SC, NASHVILLE, TN, SAVANNAH, GA, RALEIGH, NC AND ATLANTA, GA.

    Responsibilities

    Develop rapport and build relationships with existing and potential customers

    Travel to appointments and meetings with potential and existing customers within your territory

    Meet or exceed designated sales targets

    Create and implement an effective sales strategy

    Document all leads, sales and customer interactions

    Use knowledge of International and domestic freight forwarding to educate potential and existing customers

    Expected to sell to the Southeastern US, so travel will be necessary

    Qualifications

    High school diploma/GED required, Bachelor’s degree preferred

    3+ years experience in Freight Forwarding, Transportation, Logistics or other comparable fields

    International and domestic freight forwarding knowledge such as: FTL, LTL, Containerized Freight, Air and Ocean Freight, Customs Regulations, Dangerous Goods, Incoterms, etc.

    Must be able to provide detailed commission reports listing services you have previously sold or comparable portfolio

    Ability to rapidly learn logistical operations processes and transportation terminology

    Excellent customer service, written and verbal communication skills

    A positive attitude and ability to be persistent

    Must have a clean background and be drug-free

    Must reside in the US and be able to legally work in the US

    Flexible work from home options available.