Director National Sales - FleetAero

Description

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Work with the Industry Leader!

As the most profitable and fastest growing truckload carrier, we are driven to innovate the transportation industry. Knight is a career destination for passionate and talented people seeking growth and opportunity with an industry leader.

What do we live by? The answer is simple OUR PEOPLE! Knight Transportation is powered by people. We are committed to a culture of high expectations and exceptional performance.

At Knight, we hire good teammates who share our values, unselfishly take personal accountability for results, and bring innovative ideas to the table.

Our people are passionate about continual learning, display honesty and mutual respect, and give their best every day.

Join our Knight Family as we offer results-driven people a place to make a difference in a stable and maturing industry.

Job Responsibilities : What you will do

FleetAero is searching for a Sales Director with existing relationships in the transportation space, public, and private fleets.

The role will assist in driving sales of FleetAero’s suite of aerodynamic products.

• Coordinate with outside Sales reps on new business leads, onboarding new customers, establishing commitments with customers.
• Oversee market objectives and trends and help with load prioritization, market balance and freight mix.
• Coordinate with National Account Leadership and the General Management Team to provide proper freight mix and balance in the marketplace.
• Work with General Managers on pricing new bids, new opportunities (projects) with existing customers, and assigning new account manager new awarded business.
• Visits customers and terminals as necessary.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner which facilitates the success of business operations in order to meet company demands and expectations.

Qualifications : What you need to bring

• 7+ years' experience in customer service, customer relations or sales required.
• 4+ years' leadership experience in customer service, customer relations or sales required.
• Previous experience in transportation industry required.
• Bachelor's degree in business related field or equivalent combination of education and / or experience required.
• Must be able to demonstrate solid judgment and discretion while creating solutions and provide problem resolution to complex issues / circumstances.
• Must be able to lead, influence and motivate employees at all levels in a cross functional, diverse and changing environment.
• Must possess exceptional interpersonal, decision making and analytical abilities with a creative approach to problem solving.
• Must have strong decision making skills and able to negotiate effectively.
• Must be experienced in preparing and delivering compelling arguments and presentations in a way that impacts and influences others and successfully builds coalitions for key initiatives.
• Must be willing to travel 50% of the month.

Pay Range : $81,250.00 - $116,250.00 Annual

What we offer :

• Competitive starting salary commensurate with experience and geographic location.
• Potential bonus pay based on company performance.
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to local communities.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package which includes :
• 401(K)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Supplemental and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Debt Free College or Tuition Assistance Programs

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

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