AIT Worldwide Logistics

Senior Account Executive

AIT Worldwide Logistics$81K — $140K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Saint Paul, MN
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent work experience.
  • 6+ years of Freight Forwarding sales experience preferred; operational experience is a plus.
  • Proven track record of closing sales deals with revenues of $500-1M+ and exceeding sales goals.
  • Extensive knowledge of international logistics and supply chain solutions.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a business acumen for negotiation.
  • Adaptable to frequent changes in client needs and organizational goals.
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills with a knack for innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and initiate business development opportunities through established industry contacts.
  • Develop and execute a business plan to achieve defined sales quota and budget.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships and provide tailored logistics solutions.
  • Prepare and deliver compelling presentations to potential clients on services offered.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and high customer satisfaction.
  • Present various logistics solutions to enhance client engagement and satisfaction.
  • Provide regular sales reports, forecasts, and KPI updates to management.

Benefits

  • Eligibility for commissions up to 6% based on specific sales goals.
  • Medical, Prescription, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance.
  • Paid Parental Leave and Pet Insurance.
  • 401(k) with employer contributions and Tuition Reimbursement.
  • Generous vacation policy with 10 to 20 days based on tenure, plus personal and floating holidays.
  • 5 sick days, 5 volunteer hours, and 6 company holidays annually.
Full Job Description
Overview

AIT is seeking driven sales individuals with a growth mindset that want to work for one of the best and fastest growing global logistics providers in the 3PL industry. 

 

Senior Account Executives work in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about hunting for new business opportunities.  This role requires a proactive approach to identifying and securing new clients, while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.  You will be held accountable for making a strong impact in establishing and maintaining positive relationships as earning our customers’ trust is one of our top core values at AIT.  While managing within a geographical territory, the Senior Account Executive will consult prospective clients across all services on logistics solutions.  

Responsibilities
  • Accountable to directly identify and initiate business development opportunities through an established network of industry contacts that provide sustained and profitable revenue streams across multiple services.  

  • Develop and execute a business plan that will achieve sales quota and budget as defined by the company. 

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understand their needs and provide tailored solutions.  

  • Prepare and deliver presentations to potential clients, showcasing our services and solutions.  

  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and customer satisfaction.  

  • Present an array of logistics solutions that enable numerous entry points into accounts.  

  • Provide regular sales reports, forecasts and KPI updates to sales management.

  • The wage range for this position is $81,110.00-$140,600.00 and may vary based on geography as well as relative knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience.
Qualifications

Education Qualifications 

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent work experience. 

 

Experience Qualifications 

  • Six (6) or more years’ Freight Forwarding sales experience preferred. Operational Freight Forwarding experience a big plus! 

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

  • Proven track record of leading successful sales deals with revenue volumes of $500-1M+ and exceeding sales goals and budget.  

  • Extensive experience of international logistics and supply chain solutions.  

  • Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills with the ability to be persuasive to negotiate with a strong business acumen.  

  • Adaptable to rapid and frequent changes to address the needs of clients and goals of AIT. 

  • Strong problem-solving skills with ability to develop new ideas and innovative solutions. 

  • High drive and energy to manage multiple accounts while looking for new business opportunities. 

  • Strong time management, organizational and analytical skills. 

  • Enthusiastic and passionate desire for continuous personal and professional development, training and team building. 

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.  

  • High level of professional and customer service orientation.  

  • Strong computer skills in MS office, CRM and other sales tools.  

What AIT Can Offer You

In addition to your base compensation, you may be eligible for commissions up to 6% based on specific sales goals and objectives (dependent on position). Benefits offered include Medical, Prescription, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability, Supplemental Health, Employee Support, Paid Parental Leave, Pet Insurance, 401(k) and Tuition Reimbursement. In addition, teammates may be eligible for up to 10 to 20 days of vacation (depending on tenure), 2 personal days, 1 floating holiday, 5 sick days, 5 volunteer hours, and 6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans) annually.

About AIT Worldwide Logistics

AIT Worldwide Logistics is a full-service transportation management provider. Key services include domestic and international airfreight, ocean freight, truckload shipping, LTL shipping, intermodal, customs brokerage, warehousing, and supply chain consulting. The company was founded in 1979 and is headquartered in Itasca, Illinois. AIT has a global network of offices and partners, with operations in Asia, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and the Americas. The company serves a wide range of industries, including automotive, consumer goods, energy, fashion, government, healthcare, industrial, life sciences, retail, and technology.
Learn more about AIT Worldwide Logistics
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$50,000
Founded
1979
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$1 billion

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