Local Business Development Executive - Entry Level Sales
XPO
Byron Center, MI
25 days ago
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Job Description
Join XPO as a Local Business Development Executive, where you'll leverage your competitive spirit to identify new customers and support their needs while working within a dynamic team environment. This role offers an exciting path for career progression and a comprehensive benefits package from day one.
Key Responsibilities
Identify new customers in local and regional markets
Conduct heavy cold calling to promote the XPO value proposition
Grow account base and ensure warm handoffs to field sellers
Support customers' needs in the regional territory
Work with sales support staff for effective administrative support
Develop relationships within customer organizations
Align with local service centers for customer acquisition and growth strategy
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work or military experience
Competitive nature with a hunter mentality
Strong desire to succeed
Solid time management and organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Available and flexible to work evenings and some weekends
Preferred Qualifications
2 years of professional sales experience
2 years of experience in transportation or in Less Than Truckload (LTL)
Experience with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint)
Experience working with enterprise Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools
Benefits & Perks
Competitive compensation packageFull health insurance benefits available on day oneLife and disability insuranceEarn up to 15 days of PTO over the first year9 paid company holidays401(k) option with company matchEducation assistanceOpportunity to participate in a company incentive plan