Saia, Inc

Account Executive

Saia, Inc$76K — $95K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business, sales, or a related field
  • 5+ years of sales or transportation experience
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AS400

Responsibilities

  • Identify and capitalize on new business opportunities to broaden the client portfolio and boost revenue growth
  • Analyze client goals and challenges to recommend tailored solutions
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure exceptional service delivery and client satisfaction
  • Formulate and execute client retention and expansion strategies
  • Lead contract negotiations and close sales deals to meet performance targets
  • Create and present sales proposals aligned with client objectives
  • Maintain accurate records of sales activities and client communications
  • Monitor market dynamics and industry trends for growth opportunities

Benefits

  • Commitment to employee performance recognition
  • Support for building a successful career
  • Bonus eligibility based on performance
Full Job Description
Position Summary

Leads the development and management of client relationships while strategically identifying business opportunities to drive revenue growth and enhance client retention.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities
  • Identifies and capitalizes on new business opportunities to broaden the client portfolio and boost revenue growth
  • Analyzes client goals and challenges to recommend tailored solutions that effectively meet their needs.
  • Partners with cross-functional teams to ensure exceptional service delivery and client satisfaction throughout project lifecycles.
  • Formulates and executes targeted client retention and expansion strategies aimed at fostering long-term, profitable relationships.
  • Leads contract negotiations and closes sales deals to achieve and surpass established performance targets.
  • Creates and presents sales presentations and proposals that align with client objectives and drive interest.
  • Maintains accurate records of sales activities, client communications, and project milestones to inform future strategies.
  • Monitors market dynamics, competitor movements, and industry trends to identify potential growth avenues and adapt strategies accordingly.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in business, sales, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of sales or transportation experience.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AS400.


Salary Range: $76,700.00 - $95,500.00 annually, based on experience. This position is bonus eligible.

Benefits

At Saia, your success is our success! That's why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career. We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won't go unnoticed.

About Saia, Inc

Saia, Inc. is a leading transportation provider that offers a range of less-than-truckload, non-asset truckload, and logistics services across the United States. The company operates a network of 169 terminals and employs over 12,000 people. Saia serves a diverse range of customers across various industries, including retail, manufacturing, and healthcare. The company was founded in 1924 and is headquartered in Johns Creek, Georgia.
Learn more about Saia, Inc
Size
11,600 employees
Market Cap
$5.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$138.3 million
5 Year Trend
+12.9%
Revenue
$1.8 billion
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