Sales Account Executive

3 days ago


Grand Rapids, Minnesota, United States OEC Group Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Sales Account Executive to join our team at OEC Group. As a Sales Account Executive, you will be responsible for generating new business through cold calling, building and maintaining a customer base, and partnering with internal subject matter experts to become well-educated in all OEC products and services.

Key Responsibilities
  • Generate new business through cold calling, on average 40 calls per day
  • Build and maintain a customer base by recognizing freight forwarding business opportunities
  • Partner with internal subject matter experts to become well-educated in all OEC products and services
  • Offer solutions through OEC Group's services, including ocean, air, warehousing & distribution, LTL & FTL transportation, cargo insurance, and customs brokerage
  • Achieve monthly sales quotas set by the sales management team
  • Utilize Sugar (CRM) to track client's key information, build and maintain sales pipeline, and measure KPIs
  • Work closely with the sales support team by reviewing quotes to ensure the client's needs are met
  • Meet with current and potential clients within assigned territory
  • Maintain consistent communication with other departments and overseas offices
  • Monitor international freight forwarding market trends and conditions
Requirements
  • Outside sales experience or operations experience in freight forwarding
  • Bachelor's degree in International Transportation, International Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field (plus)
  • Reliable transportation at the time of hire
What We Offer
  • Base salary: $50,000-$60,000 annually based on education and experience level
  • Uncapped commission
  • $800 monthly car allowance
  • Company cell phone
  • Laptop
  • Expense account
  • Individual Health Insurance Coverage (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
  • Life and Accidental Insurance Coverage
  • Vacation/Personal/Floating Days
  • 401K Plan with up to 3% company match
About OEC Group

OEC Group is one of the leading NVOCC freight forwarding companies, established in 1981. We provide our customers with import and export services, as well as door-to-door services for both international and domestic needs. We remain competitive by offering a wide range of logistics services, including ocean and air freight, rail, trucking, warehousing and distribution, customs brokerage, cargo insurance, and more.

Company Culture

OEC Group provides a fun, family-oriented work culture. We are a well-established company that is continually growing and looking for strong team players. We often host company outings such as team dinners, holiday parties, company picnics, and team building activities.


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