Freight Forwarding Sales Manager

We offer competitive salary, full benefits package, Paid Time Off, and opportunities for professional growth. Established in 1981, Orient Express Container (OEC)Group is one of thetop freight forwarders in thetransportation industry.We provide freight transportation, logistics, and information services to over 50,000 customers through a network of global offices. Our employees recognize the impact we makein theglobal supply chain through stayingon top of the ever-changing logistics industry with the goal of delivering quality information and services to our clients. As a Sales Manager , you will be responsible for building up and managing a sales team of go-getters who will work hard to show companies the benefit of shipping their goods with OEC Group, a licenses NVOCC (Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier). This role requires a background in the freight forwarding/logistics industry and a passion for excellent client service. The ideal candidate will be a leader who believes in inspiring their team by example and providing them with the tools/training to succeed. Requirements: Minimum 5years’ experience in sales/business development with at least 1 year experience in sales leadership or senior sales required. Minimum 5 years’ experience in the freight forwarding, logistics, or transportation industry is required; strong preference toward experience with ocean freight. Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel. Previous experience using the ERP system, CargoWise One, is preferred. A team player with a positive attitude, individual initiative, and good communication skills. Responsibilities: Build and manage the local sales team. Participate in office recruitment and Sales team development. Manage and expand the company's customer base by primarily targeting customers in the local territory. Develop and implement strategic sales and business plans. Negotiate rates, create quotations, and build relationships with customer base. Pursue continuous business development while achieving monthly and yearly team KPI targets. Secure monthly appointments with prospective and existing clients to discuss service options and performance. Lead as atrue team player with positive attitude,initiative, and exceptional communication skills. Assure team's compliance with OEC Group's given procedures and processes. Salary: $80,000 - $100,000/annual basesalary + uncapped sales commission. Base salary dependent on industry and salesexperience. Benefits: Monthly car allowance. 10-days PTO (Paid Time Off), Employee Appreciation Days, Paid Holidays, Sick/Flextime. Full Health Insurancecoverage includingmedical, dental, vision, term life, and accident insurance. 401K retirement planwith 3% company match. Discounted pet insurance - woof! woof! meow! Annual performance bonusand mid-year reviews for salary increases. Education: Bachelor's degree or higherpreferred OEC Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer OEC Group, established in 1981, is a leading NVOCC freight forwarder with a global presence, specializing in logistics and transportation solutions for diverse customers. Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage 5 Dakota Dr, New Hyde Park, New York 11042, US 25 Braintree Hill Park, Braintree, Massachusetts 02184, US 555 Pierce Rd, Suite 210, Itasca, IL 60143, US 300 Wyandotte Street, 3Y Building, Suite 401, Kansas city, MO 64105, US 11960 Westline Industrial Drive, Suite 350, Maryland Heights, missouri 63146, US 13100 Alondra Blvd., Ste. 100, Cerritos, CA 90703, US 17187 Laurel Park Drive, Suite 100, Livonia, MI 48152, US 4229 Bardstown Road, Suite 307, Louisville, KY 40218, US 4600 Fuller Drive, Suite 235, Irving, Texas 75038, US 6021 South Syracuse Way, Suite 205, Greenwood Village, CO 80111, US 3030 S Gessner Road, Suite 276, Houston, TX 77063, US 9905 NW 17th St, Suite 107, Miami, FL 33172, US 500 Naches Ave SW, Renton, Washington 98057, US 19420 N. 59th Ave., Building B, Suite 221, Glendale, AZ 85308, US 4660 La Jolla Village Drive, Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92122, US 1633 Old Bayshore Hwy, Suite 331, Burlingame, CA 94010, US #J-18808-Ljbffr OEC Group