Account Executive Jobs in California
An Account Executive in the logistics industry is responsible for maintaining and developing client relationships, managing accounts, and increasing sales within the company. They work closely with customers to identify their needs and work out how the company can best meet those needs, often through the delivery of new and innovative logistics solutions. They also negotiate and manage contracts, pitch ideas, and handle complaints or any major incidents, such as a delivery failure. Their goal is to preserve the company's business and promote its growth.
To succeed in this role, an Account Executive should possess excellent communication, negotiation, and sales skills. They should also be familiar with customer relationship management (CRM) software, have a solid understanding of supply chain procedures, and be able to work under pressure. In terms of certifications, a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Logistics or a related field is often required. Some employers might prefer candidates who have professional certifications such as the Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) from the Association for Supply Chain Management. Prior to becoming an Account Executive, a person could have roles such as a Sales Representative, Account Manager, or a Logistics Coordinator.
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Senior Business Development Manager - Tech, Amazon Shipping
- Santa Monica, CA
- 8 days ago
- Santa Monica, CA
- 8 days ago
This is an exciting opportunity to join a new emerging business in transportation. We are a startup team looking for a highly driven, entrepreneurial, analytical and customer-obsessed individual...
Our services include air and ocean freight forwarding, contract logistics, customs brokerage, distribution, inbound logistics, truckload brokerage and other supply chain management services, including...
About this job We are seeking a skillful and experienced Sales Manager (Logistics), responsible for selling logistics and supply chain services to potential customers. This role combines sales...
Job Description What you can expect Establishes multiple contacts and builds relationships at multiple levels and departments within prospects, developing advocates within a customer's...
Our services include air and ocean freight forwarding, contract logistics, customs brokerage, distribution, inbound logistics, truckload brokerage and other supply chain management services, including...
Minimum 5 years experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or transportation industry is required; strong preference toward experience with ocean freight....
Would you like to launch your career with one of the most successful logistics organizations worldwide? Here at Kuehne+Nagel, our San Diego site is looking for a new Sea Logistics Sales...
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The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Account Executive position
- Customer Relationship Management
- Prospecting
- Presentation
- Lead Generation
- Market Research
- Business to Business Sales
- Sales Training
- Customer Retention
- Telemarketing
- Events
- Territory Sales
- Trade Shows
- Revenue Growth
- Client Relationships
- Sales Strategy
- Power Distribution
- Sales Growth
- Equipment Sales
- C-Level Sales
- National Sales
- Major Accounts
- Relationship Management
- Long-Term Disability
- Air Freight
- Customs Brokerage
- Freight Forwarding
- Ocean Freight
- Transportation Logistics
- Freight Management
- Reverse Logistics
- Third Party Logistics
- Request for Quotation
- Brokerage
- Bill of Materials
- Supply Chain
- Contract Negotiation
- Sales Management
- Reimbursement
- Distribution
- Engineering
- Logistics
- Relationship Management
- Strategy Development
- Military Background
- Account Management
- Business Development
- Customer Relations
- Driving
- Written Communication
- Negotiation
- Collaboration
- Reporting
- Regulations
- Budgets
- Sales
- Problem Solving
- Microsoft Office
- Research Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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