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Local Account Executive
Requisition Id: 371656
Business Unit: LTL
Location:
Henderson, CO, US, 80640
Solutions driven success.
XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.
As a Local Account Executive at XPO, you’ll act as a champion for customers, working to provide them with the most efficient and cost-effective solutions. You’ll find yourself immersed in a forward-thinking environment fueled by achievement and a tenacious team spirit. We’ll give you the support you need to excel at work, and the resources to build a career that will exceed your expectations. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.
Pay, benefits and more.
We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and the opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan.
What you’ll do on a typical day:
Conduct daily face-to-face customer visits to drive sales increases and support local sales in national and strategic accounts
Grow share of wallet within existing customer base, gain share of wallet from new customers and grow overall market share within your assigned territory
Negotiate contracts and pricing with customers
Facilitate the networking of Directors of Sales/Operations, Service Center Managers and Supervisors with the customer
Work with Customer Support Specialists, Customer Service Representatives and other sales support staff to ensure effective administrative support and customer satisfaction
Develop relationships vertically and horizontally within customer organizations
Share market and sales status with local service center; describe future business opportunities for local employees
What you need to succeed at XPO:
At a minimum, you’ll need:
Bachelor’s degree, 4 years of related work experience or equivalent military experience
1 year of direct business-to-business selling experience supporting both local and national sales efforts
Experience with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint)
Experience working with enterprise Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools
Availability and flexibility to work evenings and some weekends as needed
It’d be great if you also have:
2 years of direct business-to-business selling experience supporting both local and national sales efforts
Experience working in Salesforce.com
Proven track record of success in sales, customer relations and in collaborating across multiple business units
Competitive nature with a hunter mentality and a strong desire to win
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Solid time management and organizational skills with the ability to be productive in a variety of work environments
Ability to understand competitor strategies, products, and pricing patterns
Be part of something big.
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Annual Salary Range: $61,482 to $76,853. Actual compensation may vary due to factors such as experience and skill set.
In addition to base salary, employees may be eligible for a sign-on bonus, annual and long-term incentive awards, and an equity buyout award. The application window is anticipated to close on 5/1/2024.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.
The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.
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