Account Executive

UPS • Edmonton, AB

3d • Onsite

About The Position

At UPS, our Business Development team is the driving force behind our growth. We partner with businesses of all sizes to deliver innovative logistics solutions, helping them succeed in an ever-changing global market. Our Account Executive acts as a consultative partner — building strong client relationships, builds tailored UPS solutions and negotiates agreements to drive both revenue growth and customer success. This mid-level business development position develops and manages a portfolio of B2B and B2C customers within a defined territory. This role focuses on prospecting and acquiring new business, while also retaining and expanding relationships with existing clients. Acting as a consultative partner, the Account Executive assesses customer needs, builds tailored solutions, and negotiates agreements to drive both UPS revenue growth and customer success.

Requirements

• Plus 5 years of B2B sales experience, preferably in logistics, transportation, or a related industry
• Intermediate computer skills: Word, Excel, and Outlook (Microsoft Office)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Excellent prospecting skills
• Ability to work independently
• Meets local age and operations requirements to operate a vehicle
• Willing to travel on the own territory
• Class 5 License
• Availability to work flexible hours
• Provides own vehicle for business

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree or international equivalent

Responsibilities

• Proactively prospect, qualify, and develop new business opportunities to achieve monthly and annual sales targets.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by understanding customer needs and positioning UPS as a strategic logistics partner.
• Conduct in-person client meetings and presentations to deliver tailored solutions.
• Manage and expand an assigned book of business through retention, cross-sell, and upsell strategies.
• Negotiate and prepare comprehensive logistics solutions that align with customer objectives.
• Stay informed on competitor offerings and market trends to effectively position UPS’s value.
• Maintain accurate records of all customer interactions, opportunities, and outcomes in CRM systems.
• Collaborate with internal partners to ensure seamless customer onboarding and service delivery.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Group insurance and pension/retirement savings plans
• Paid vacation and personal time off
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Sales-specific perks such as mileage reimbursement
• Team support environment with assigned coach and mentor.
• Employee discounts on UPS services and partner brands
• Global career opportunities with a company that prioritizes growth and innovation
• A strong culture of promotion from within will support future personal and professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level