Sales Executive III

Hayes Company / Knight-Swift Warehousing and Fulfillment

$75K — $95K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of sales experience in Third-Party Logistics (3PL), Fulfillment, or Supply Chain industry.
  • Proven ability to sell e-commerce fulfillment and B2B distribution services.
  • Strong understanding of warehousing technologies like WMS and e-commerce integrations.
  • Exceptional negotiation and closing skills.
  • Excellent communication and formal presentation abilities.
  • Proficiency in CRM software, particularly HubSpot.
  • Bachelor's degree in business or Supply Chain Management preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Manage full sales cycle from prospecting to closing.
  • Prospect and sell custom solutions for e-commerce and B2B distribution.
  • Conduct needs assessments to identify supply chain challenges.
  • Collaborate with Operations and IT for tailored fulfillment proposals.
  • Achieve annual sales quotas of $6-$8 million.
  • Maintain detailed CRM records of sales activities and pipeline management.
  • Provide market feedback and insights to the Marketing team.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance starting after 30 days.
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday pay from the start.
  • Weekly pay schedule.
  • Tuition reimbursement and full grant tuition programs.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Sales Executive III - Fulfillment Solutions

Position Summary

Knight-Swift Supply Chain is seeking a results-oriented Sales Executive III to drive new revenue growth by acquiring mid-market enterprise clients who require integrated supply chain solutions.

The ideal candidate has a verifiable track record selling third-party logistics (3PL) services, including e-commerce fulfillment and B2B distribution, and is prepared to manage the full sales cycle.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

As a mid-level 3 Sales Executive, you will be expected to manage a full sales pipeline with minimal supervision, focusing on solutions that solve complex customer challenges:
• Full Cycle Sales Management: Manage the entire sales process from initial prospecting and lead qualification through solution development, proposal presentation, contract negotiation, and close.
• Target Market Focus: Actively prospect and sell customized solutions to companies in two primary segments:

o E-commerce Fulfillment (DTC/D2C): Targeting high-growth brands needing advanced services (pick/pack, shipping, returns, technology integration).

o B2B Distribution: Targeting established brands needing warehousing, retail compliance, and value-added services (kitting, assembly, repackaging).
• Solution Design & Proposal: Conduct deep dive needs assessments to understand prospects' supply chain challenges (e.g., high shipping costs, slow delivery times, inventory inaccuracy). Work cross-functionally with Operations and IT to design and present tailored, cost-effective fulfillment proposals.
• Quota Achievement: Consistently meet or exceed aggressive sales quotas with a goal of closing $6 to $8 Million annually.
• CRM Management: Maintain meticulous records of all sales activity, client communication, and pipeline stage management within the CRM system (e.g., HubSpot).
• Market Strategy: Provide valuable market feedback and competitive insights to the Marketing team to help drive leads.

Required Qualifications

This role requires a candidate who can demonstrate success and is ready to take ownership of a territory and pipeline.
• Experience: 6 + years of verifiable sales experience within the Third-Party Logistics (3PL), Fulfillment, or Supply Chain industry.
• Industry Knowledge:

o Proven ability to sell complex logistics services, specifically e-commerce fulfillment and general B2B distribution.

o Strong understanding of modern warehousing technology (WMS, APIs, e-commerce platform integrations).

o Familiarity with common value-added services (kitting, labeling, returns processing).
• Skills:

o Exceptional negotiation and closing skills.

o Excellent written and verbal communication, and formal presentation skills.

o Proficiency in CRM software (e.g., HubSpot).
• Self-Motivated: Highly driven, results-oriented, and capable of working independently while also thriving in a collaborative team environment.
• Tech Savvy: Proficient in CRM software (e.g., HubSpot CRM), Microsoft Office Suite, AI, and comfortable with sales technology.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or a related Sales experience in field preferred.

Physical Demands
• Prolonged periods of sitting while working at a computer
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse, and mobile devices
• Ability to view a computer screen for extended periods of time
• Ability to communicate effectively via phone, video conferencing, and email
• Occasional standing, walking, and reaching within a home or remote office environment
• Ability to perform repetitive motions associated with data entry and CRM use.

Work Environment
• This position is primarily performed in a remote, home-office environment
• Requires reliable internet access and a dedicated workspace suitable for virtual meetings and confidential business communications
• Work is performed using standard office equipment, including a computer, phone, and related software
• This role may require flexibility in work hours to accommodate client meetings across multiple time zones
• Occasional travel to client sites, company locations, or industry events may be required

Travel Requirements
• Ability to travel by car or airplane for client meetings, site visits, or industry events (up to 50%)

Supervisory Responsibilities
• This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Benefits Offered:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Coverage begins the first of the month following 30 days of employment
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay - Eligible on date of hire
• Weekly Pay
• Full Grant Tuition & Tuition Reimbursement Programs

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