Global Sales Vice President

Forward Air • New York, NY

19d • $160,000 - $175,000

About The Position

The Global Sales Vice President will be responsible for developing and executing a sales strategy that will increase revenue and market share for Forward Air. They will be accountable for prospecting, qualifying, and closing new business opportunities while maintaining and growing existing customer relationships. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of exceeding sales targets in the transportation industry and a strong network of contacts across the country.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, or a related field (preferred)
• 7+ years of experience in new business development, preferably in the transportation or logistics industry
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets, acquiring and growing new accounts
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Knowledge of CRM software (Salesforce) and Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a sales strategy to meet or exceed sales targets and increase market share in the region
• Identify, develop, and qualify new sales opportunities through research, prospecting, and outbound calling
• Meet with customers to understand their needs and recommend appropriate transportation solutions that will benefit their business
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and serve as their main point of contact, providing them with exceptional customer service and ensuring customer satisfaction
• Collaborate internally to ensure customer needs are met and expectations are exceeded
• Provide accurate and timely reporting of sales activities and customer interactions in the company's CRM system (Salesforce)
• Continuously improve product and industry knowledge to stay up-to-date on market trends and competition
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

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