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Business Development Executive (Chicago)Challenger Motor Freight Inc • Nappanee, IN, United States
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Business Development Executive (Chicago)

Business Development Executive (Chicago)

Challenger Motor Freight Inc • Nappanee, IN, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Envision :

Working for a company dedicated to personal career growth and opportunity in moving the organization forward. Challenger Motor Freight Inc. is a Platinum Club Member in Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Our success is directly attributed to our dedicated and talented team of professionals who work hard together with a common purpose – to keep us on the leading edge in safety, technology, and analysis.

It’s not by chance that Challenger is a leading North American freight transportation company.  In 40 years, Challenger has grown from one person with a vision and a truck to an international transportation and supply chain management company.

We win as a team when we work as a team, and succeed when our employees succeed.  We want people who are resilient, team-oriented, and driven because we are laser focused on meeting commitments to our People , Customer , and Profit .  If you’re looking to work for a dynamic, fast-paced, progressive organization then apply with us.

We offer the following in our search for engaged employees looking to become part of a successful team :

  • A continuous learning environment that develops your individual career goals
  • A continuous improvement environment where all ideas are explored
  • Engaged coaches and mentors who will provide guidance but also allow autonomy
  • Team atmosphere
  • Competitive and comprehensive total rewards package including company paid group benefits and company sponsored retirement savings plan
  • Support of professional memberships and certifications
  • Standard office hours; Monday to Friday from approximately 8 : 00am to 5 : 00pm

The Opportunity :

The Business Development Executive (FTL / LTL)  is responsible for directing sales efforts to expand our customer base within our Vans Division through generating net new business and share of wallet growth while ensuring that sales targets are either met or exceeded.

The Business Development Executive will work closely with internal and external customers as an integral part of our aggressive growth plans in North America. This is an exciting opportunity for a sales professional who enjoys a fast pace and can work well independently and with a team.

Key Accountabilities :

  • Generating leads through cold calling, networking and referrals
  • Managing a balanced sales funnel, executing all steps of the sales process from target to close to continually secure new business
  • Exceed all standards for prospecting calls, presentations, proposals and closes
  • Maintaining and growing a client account base
  • Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction maintaining close contact with all customers – including follow up on concerns or other issues
  • Provide a solution based sales approach to drive new business with high end premium customers with high value products
  • Negotiate contracts and rate agreements
  • Develop, execute and monitor strategic and tactical goals to maximize sales, profit and to ensure sales targets are met or exceeded
  • Provide documented activity reports of your sales efforts on a daily, weekly and monthly basis
  • Provide ongoing reporting and analysis, including : territory trending, sales reports / analysis, CRM reports, trade spending analysis, expense reports, etc.
  • Follow all company policies, ethics and company procedures
  • Perform other duties as required
  • What You Need To Be Successful In This Role :

  • Post-secondary degree and / or coursework in Business Administration / Commerce is preferred but not essential if candidate has appropriate sales training or experience
  • 2-5 years’ of selling experience is required
  • Other transportation industry sales experience is an asset
  • Fluent in English and French is preferred
  • Extremely organized, flexible, proactive and creative
  • Excellent selling, presentation and communication skills
  • PC competency in PowerPoint, Word and Excel program
  • Strong MS Office skills
  • Strong time management skills
  • Creative and effective problem solving ability
  • Excellent knowledge of North American transportation modes and customers
  • Detail and deadline oriented, with the ability to effectively prioritize and multi-task in a busy environment to meet tight deadlines
  • Strong verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills
  • Strong customer service focus
  • Ability to deal with rejection
  • Proven ability to build and maintain strong business relationships
  • Possession of a valid license and a suitable vehicle (extensive travel required)
  • Travel within Ontario / other Provinces and some US travel may be required (25%).
  • How To Apply :

    If you are looking to join a premier transportation company, and become an integral part of results oriented team who constantly challenge themselves to Go The Distance for our customers and for each other, the role of Business Development Executive (FTL / LTL ) may be right for you.

    No phone calls, please. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Challenger Motor Freight Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity in the workplace and encourage applications from all qualified candidates including women, members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and aboriginal peoples. By submitting your resume, you consent Challenger Motor Freight Inc. to share this information within its divisions in order to identify other employment opportunities that you may be suitable for.

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