What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Executive position at Livingston International?
Position Snapshot:
We are adding a new Sales Executive to our stellar team to cover the state of Georgia. This is a remote/home role which entails abt 25% travel within the local territory, and offers solid base pay along with uncapped commission paid out monthly.
This position is remote but you must be located in Georgia.
Why Livingston?
Livingston is a leader in customs clearance, international freight services and trade consulting. We are the trusted partner that makes trade and shipping easier for businesses worldwide, keeping items moving quickly and effectively. We look for consultative selling skills and new business development abilities. In return you become part of a collaborative culture where your contributions are recognized and appreciated.
A Day in the Life:
- Develop strategic territory plans (within a pre-defined geographic territory) which include the identification of high to medium potential accounts.
- Generate account shares by proactively identifying new opportunities to introduce Livingston’s services and solutions for new clients secured.
- Implement new business and ensure proper communication among all stakeholders.
- Establish and maintain business relationship with new clients.
- Conduct thorough needs assessments of prospects and identify other opportunities for Livingston’s solutions.
- Work closely with other team members to draft Request for Proposal (RFPs) and ensure clients received it by specified date.
- Negotiate pricing and contract terms with new clients and work closely with other cross-functional departments to review, edit and finalize contracts.
- Develop contact and strategic account plans in conjunction with other cross-functional departments.
- Liaise with sales and other departments to ensure effective communication of new clients’ issues (e.g. pricing, solutions, financials etc.)
- Achieve or exceed sales targets as assigned by Director, Business Development.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by management.
- Adhere to established policies and procedures.
What you Bring to the Table:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (both verbal and written)
- Excellent B2B sales and key account management skills
- Demonstrated ability to be able to open and close business sales
- Proven track record to achieve and exceed sales target goals
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload and meet tight deadlines
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- High initiative, self-motivated and results oriented
- Working knowledge of a customer relationship management (CRM) system e.g. salesforce.com
WORK EXPERIENCE – MINIMUM REQUIRED
- 5 years of related experience
EDUCATION
- Required: Associates Degree or equivalent
- Preferred: Bachelors Degree or equivalent
