SR Account Executive

Responsibilities

The Account Executive is responsible for seeking out and developing new business relationships within a designated local territory. They will conduct sales calls to small and mid-size customers to present value-driven services and grow their assigned portfolio.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience selling LTL transportation services and a proven track record in sales. The role requires the ability to travel locally within the territory and a strong aptitude for securing new business.

Skills

• Sales
• Business development
• LTL transportation
• Account management
• Lead generation
• Market share growth
• Relationship building
• Territory management

Benefits

• Company car
• Car allowance
• Incentive bonus
• Benefits package

About this role

Central Transport is one of the nation's most trusted and technologically advanced Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) carriers. With an ever-growing network of terminals nationwide, our team of dedicated professionals provide safe and efficient service to the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Our Growth is Creating Great Opportunities!
Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you!
Thanks for your interest in working on our team!
Central Transport is seeking a highly motivated Account Executive to seek out and develop new business relationships in our greater Kenosha/Zion (WI) sales market. This is an excellent opportunity for those individuals with a proven sales background to join one of the fastest growing LTL companies with the newest fleet of tractors on the street!
This position offers a base salary in addition to a lucrative incentive structure. This is an exciting opportunity to focus on business development and market share growth in the transportation sector. Account Executives are responsible for making sales calls within their designated local territory on small to mid-size customers to present our value driven services and obtain new business leads. By utilizing a designated local territory structure, Account Executives are able to be home most evenings and every weekend while still maintaining account ownership, maximizing revenue, and growing their portfolio.
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 5:00pm
Salary: $95,000 - $120,000
Account Executives are provided:
Company car or a monthly car allowance and industry competitive weekly incentive bonus.
Central Transport touchscreen/laptop equipped with Company programs to ensure you are always connected and prepared at every moment
Dedicated sales support for assistance with reporting and urgent customer needs
Position will require:
2+ years selling LTL transportation services
Local travel through your designated territory and occasional travel to the company corporate office (Detroit, MI)
Ability to meet and exceed sales growth expectations
Background in progressive successful sales environments
Aptitude for seeking out and securing new business
Managing a portfolio that is expected to do nothing but increase in value
A winning mindset and can-do attitude
If you are a self-motivated sales professional, with the drive and hunger to become part of a growing organization we want to make you “Central” to our success. This position offers a competitive base salary plus incentive as well as an attractive benefits package. Don’t hesitate, respond today!

About Central Transport

Truck Transportation · 1,001-5,000 employees · headquartered in Warren, MI