Sales Executive, Transportation Solutions

CJ Logistics

$100K — $120K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5+ years of experience in client-facing business development or account management
  • Proven success in securing sales contracts worth $1 million+ annually
  • In-depth knowledge of the logistics sector and a strong professional network
  • Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field
  • Ability to build trust across various management levels
  • Strategic problem-solver for complex business challenges
  • Proficient in CRM tools and advanced Microsoft PowerPoint/Excel skills

Responsibilities

  • Identify new business opportunities in key verticals like Food and CPG
  • Develop and implement sales strategies to meet revenue goals
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships for high satisfaction
  • Cross-sell additional service channels to existing clients
  • Conduct market analysis to inform sales strategies
  • Manage RFP processes and create tailored presentations
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure strategic alignment
  • Provide regular sales performance updates to management

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead growth in a global logistics company
  • Flexible hybrid work environment with travel opportunities
  • Access to resources from a leading logistics provider while delivering specialized solutions
Full Job Description
Description

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or support for work authorization.
Candidates must complete an application at:
https://jobs.jobvite.com/cjlogisticsamerica/jobs

Now Hiring: Sales Executive, Transportation Solutions

CJ Logistics is seeking a Sales Executive with a specialized focus on Transportation growth solutions. In this role, you will represent CJ Logistics at industry events, manage the RFP process, and execute lead-generating activities primarily focused on contracted transportation management and truck brokerage. As a critical member of our sales team, you will drive new business while cross-selling our diverse service channels to provide high-impact, customer-centric logistics solutions.
What You'll Do:

You will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities within our key industry verticals (Food, Beverage, CPG, Industrial) for contracted logistics services.

Strategic Sales: Develop and implement sales strategies for Warehouse Management (WM) and Transportation Management (TM) to achieve revenue targets.
  • Business Development: Identify and pursue new opportunities through prospecting, networking, market research, and lead-generating activities.
  • Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Cross-Selling: Actively promote additional service channels, including Transportation Brokerage, Freight Forwarding, Cold Chain, and Value-Added Services.
  • Market Intelligence: Conduct market analysis to identify trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to inform future sales strategies.
  • Proposals & RFPs: Manage the RFP process and prepare tailored presentations that demonstrate the value of our contracted logistics services.
  • Internal Collaboration: Work closely with operations and marketing teams to ensure alignment and flawless execution of business strategies.
  • Performance Monitoring: Provide regular updates to management on sales performance, progress against goals, and market insights.
  • This position requires travel - generally 2 to 3 trips per month. Travel time is approximately 40% and the balance is work from home.
What You Bring to the Table:
  • A minimum of 3 to 5+ years of successful experience in client-facing business development or account management roles.
  • Proven capability in securing sales contracts worth $1 million or more on an annual basis.
  • Extensive knowledge of the logistics sector, complemented by a robust personal network of professional contacts.
  • A Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, or an equivalent field of study.
  • The capacity to build trust and act as the "voice of the customer" when interacting with diverse management levels.
  • A strategic outlook oriented toward solving complex, company-wide business challenges.
  • Proficiency in using CRM platforms alongside advanced capabilities in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.
What's In It for You:
  • Strategic Growth: Play a leading role in growing our global logistics footprint.
  • Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a balance of remote work with travel.
  • Comprehensive Impact: Benefit from the resources of a global logistics leader while driving specialized, high-growth solutions.


Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Candidates must complete an application at:

https://jobs.jobvite.com/cjlogisticsamerica/jobs

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or support for work authorization.

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