We've partnered with a global leader in freight forwarding company on their search for an Account Executive for their Houston office. The Account Executive will play a key role in driving sales growth by identifying new business opportunities and building lasting relationships with clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive sales by identifying and closing new business opportunities in the freight forwarding and NVOCC sectors.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Leverage knowledge of trade lanes and commodity groups to provide customized solutions for clients.
- Meet and exceed sales targets in a competitive, fast-paced environment.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery to clients.
- Present and promote the company's services through effective communication and negotiation.
Required Qualifications:
- 4-5 years of active sales experience in an NVOCC, Freight Forwarder, or Steamship Line.
- In-depth understanding of key trade lanes and commodity groups.
- Bachelor's degree in a business-related field or equivalent experience.
- Highly self-motivated, with a proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Goal-oriented and disciplined, with a track record of achieving sales targets.
- Strong problem-solving, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent negotiation, presentation, and customer relationship skills.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees feel valued and respected.