Flexport

Global Account Executive

Flexport$90K — $115K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or supply chain industries
  • At least 2 years' experience in a full cycle sales role with quota responsibilities
  • Strong client relationship management skills focused on customer success
  • Competitive drive with creative problem-solving abilities
  • Proven ability to manage a structured sales process
  • Demonstrated success in building long-term commercial relationships
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills, adept in both virtual and in-person settings

Responsibilities

  • Build a book of business by closing new customers and upselling existing ones
  • Deeply understand client supply chain needs through consultations
  • Create and present value-add solutions in meetings
  • Lead Monthly and Quarterly Business Meetings with clients for strategic planning
  • Sell Flexport's suite of products across the supply chain lifecycle
  • Collaborate with internal teams to enhance customer experience
  • Oversee the onboarding process for new customers

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • Flexible time off policy
  • Opportunity for uncapped bonuses in compensation model
  • Engagement in a team-focused working environment
  • Access to professional development and training resources
Full Job Description
The Opportunity:

We are seeking an Account Executive with experience in freight, end to end supply chain solutions and fulfillment to build and maintain a healthy book of business. You'll be part of a high-performing team where you'll focus on building up Flexport's brand while solving customer problems with tech-enabled supply chain and fulfillment solutions. A normal day might include leading a discovery call with a prospect to uncover more about their supply chain processes, project managing the complexities of a global supply chain, reviewing a customer's growth strategy with their Flexport Operations Team, jumping on a plane and travel with a prospective client to tour a Flexport warehouse, or sharing your best practices with the broader sales team in a peer learning session. This role features a 50/50 compensation model (Base + Uncapped bonus), designed for high-performers to effectively maximize their earnings through a heavily incentivized sales program.
You will
  • Build your book of business by closing net-new customers and/or cross-selling and upselling existing customers that contribute to Flexport's overall revenue goals
  • Uncover and connect with ideal clients through a combination of self-prospecting and collaboration with our SDR team
  • Consult with new clients to understand their supply chain needs
  • Create a value-add solution, demonstrating Flexport's capabilities through remote and in-person meetings
  • Lead Monthly and Quarterly Business Meetings with existing clients, helping them to effectively plan for upcoming business
  • Navigate, bundle, and sell Flexport's suite of products across the supply chain/shipment lifecycle
  • Work closely with the all internal teams (Operations, Ocean, Air, Trucking, Customs, etc) to drive a best in class customer experience
  • Lead the customer onboarding process by leveraging internal resources and teams
You should have
  • 5+ years of experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or supply chain industries
  • At least 2 years' experience in a full cycle (prospecting to closing), quota carrying sales role
  • An obsession with client happiness. You succeed when they succeed
  • Competitive and creative drive to win over customers and think outside the box to get a deal done
  • Demonstrated ability to run a structured sales process
  • Proven success building and maintaining long term commercial relationships
  • A naturally curious and inquisitive approach to client discovery
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with the ability to connect in both virtual and face-to-face environments
  • Ability to learn fast, strong work ethic, and a burning desire to grow into a top 5% sales executive in the country


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The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire base salary for the position in the posting's respective region. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range displayed, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and / or training. Base salary is just one part of our total rewards package at Flexport, which also includes bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefit offerings such as medical, dental, and flexible time off.

The US base salary range for this position (this does not include bonus, equity and benefits):

$90,000-$115,000 USD

About Flexport

Flexport is a freight forwarding and customs brokerage company headquartered in San Francisco, California. It was founded in 2013 by Ryan Petersen and has since grown to become one of the leading companies in the industry. Flexport provides a wide range of logistics services, including air and ocean freight, customs brokerage, and supply chain management. The company uses technology to streamline the shipping process and provide real-time visibility into shipments. Flexport is committed to providing high-quality service and has received numerous awards and recognitions for its efforts. The company is also actively involved in the communities it serves, supporting a variety of local organizations and initiatives.
Learn more about Flexport
Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Founded
2013

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