Vice President of Sales

Vice President of Sales

About the Company

Reputable provider of automotive sales & service experiences

Industry

Transportation / Trucking / Railroad

Type

Privately Held

Founded

1912

Employees

501-1000

Specialties

• full service truck leasing
• used truck sales
• commercial truck rental
• fleet maintenance
• dedicated services
• commercial truck repair
• truck repair
• brokerage
• logistics solutions
• daily / weekly / monthly rentals
• captive shops
• and preventative maintenance

About the Role

The Company is seeking a VP of Sales to lead the sales and merchandising strategy for its truck leasing and dedicated divisions. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive sales plan to meet the company's sales and profit objectives. This includes keeping abreast of market trends, competitive activities, and pricing, as well as supervising the sales team, handling customer complaints, and ensuring the delivery of lease vehicles to customers. The VP of Sales will also be involved in the administration of sales activities, maintaining records, and evaluating the performance of the sales team.

Applicants for the VP of Sales position at the company should have a minimum of 10 years' experience in the commercial truck leasing and rental industry, with at least 5 years in a management role. A Bachelor's degree is required, and a graduate degree is a plus. The role demands strong leadership and management skills, the ability to work with geographically dispersed teams, and excellent communication abilities. The VP of Sales will be expected to have a deep understanding of the industry and the company's operations, and to be adept at strategic planning, organizing, and coordinating sales activities to achieve the company's objectives.

Travel Percent

Less than 10%

Functions