Saia Inc. · 15 hours ago
Account Executive
Saia Inc. is a unique logistics and transportation company committed to its people, customers, and community. The Account Executive will develop and manage client relationships, identify business opportunities, and drive revenue growth through tailored logistics solutions.
Freight ServiceLogisticsSupply Chain ManagementTransportation
Responsibilities
Prospects and secures new clients within an assigned territory to drive revenue growth
Understands client objectives and proposes tailored logistics and transportation solutions
Collaborates across operations, service center, and internal partners to deliver quality service and ensure customer satisfaction
Develops client growth and retention plans to build a profitable, long-term book of business
Leads contract negotiations and closes sales to exceed performance targets
Prepares and presents compelling proposals and presentations to key stakeholders
Maintains accurate customer relationship management records and documents client interactions
Monitors market trends, competitor activity, and industry advancements to identify market growth opportunities
Qualification
Required
Must be at least 18 years of age
High school diploma or GED
Authorized to work in the United States
Must maintain a valid driver's license and a motor vehicle record that meets company standards for operating a company vehicle
Read, write, communicate and comprehend the English language in order to perform the various tasks of the job, including but not limited to: converse with co-workers and members of the general public, including customers; understand oral and written instructions as well as governmental regulations; respond to questions and inquiries from management and government representatives; and accurately complete various documents, reports and records required of the position
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in business, sales, or a related field
2+ years of outside sales experience
Demonstrated business-to-business sales success, with experience in freight or LTL logistics preferred
Familiarity with customer relationship management systems (e.g., Salesforce)
Prior experience leveraging tools for territory analysis and pipeline reporting
Benefits
Eligible for commission pay
Car allowance
Company
Saia Inc.
Saia isn’t logistics as usual. We’re a different kind of company.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Recent News
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