Freight Forwarder - Sales /Account-Executive

Transo USA is part of the Balguerie Group, a family owned company headquartered in Bordeaux, France. With over 35 years of presence in the US, Transo USA has become one of the leading freight forwarding companies specialized in shipments of wine & spirits. Transo USA focuses on providing reliable and cost-effective international ocean freight solutions for Wine and Spirits importers all over the US.

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Account Executive to maintain and develop our presence on the US market (Wine and Spirits Freight Forwarding) .

Locations: Washington, DC and New Jersey

Full-time position, Monday-Friday, position requiring travel nationwide. This role may require adjusted work hours / evening hours du to travels and to satisfy customers’ needs and position requirements.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

· Identify potential clients and development opportunities

· Generate leads through calls, e-mails, social media, industry publications, and other channels.

· Schedule face-to-face and virtual meeting with clients or potential customers.

· Maintain a list of existing accounts and prospects, by regularly engaging with decision makers.

· Conduct frequent calls or visits to existing clients.

· Build and maintain a strong relationship with individuals

· Travel around the country to build and maintain professional and personable relationship with clients and explore new markets.

· Maintain records of all sales activities through CRM software.

· Prepare Sales reports and provide market insight to other departments

· Understand and communicate client’s needs to other departments to ensure client’s satisfaction.

· Prepare quotes in accordance with the company’s profit guidelines.

Qualifications:

· 2 years of experience in sales or similar role, related with Freight Forwarding and domestic transportation.

· Knowledge of US imports regulations

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, in interacting both with clients and colleagues.

· Strong interpersonal skills to develop relationships with clients.

· Minimum High School Diploma or GED

· Proficiency in MS Office (MS Excel, Outlook, MS PowerPoint & MS Word)

· French Speaker preferred

· Work visa / sponsorship is not available

Benefits & Compensation:

· Competitive Compensation – based on experience

· Health Insurance

· Dental & Vision Insurance

· 401 (k)

Transo USA, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, disability, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Iselin, NJ 08830

Salary : $70,000 - $90,000