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DHL

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Outside Sales Executive

Posted 131 days ago in Sales & Biz Dev


DHL has an immediate opening for an Outside Sales Executive. The selected candidate will be responsible for promoting and selling DHL services to meet sales targets and generate revenue within the Connecticut geographical footprint. She/He will maintain a high level of customer service with existing customers and leverage those relationships to expand business. In addition, he/she will develop new clients by prospecting responding to business development leads. Additionally, the Outside Sales Executive will actively monitor and review customer sales activity and make adjustments to processes and strategies as needed.
 
Key Accountabilities:
  • Sell profitable new key business within assigned territory by cold calling, cultivating leads and networking
  • Make customized presentations to various decision making audiences to close new business
  • Maintain and increase revenue streams with current key accounts in a specific territory, to include: face to face visits, problem solving and administrative follow-up
  • Master extensive international knowledge of the DHL network and must use company tools, processes and technologies to manage/grow territory and document activity
  • Ensure high post-sale satisfaction and positive long-term relationships
  • Collaborate with Sales and Operations teams to maximize sales and revenue growth within territory
 
Key Skills and Requirements:
  • Typically requires BA/BS Degree with strong GPA (preferably 3.0 or higher)
  • 2 years successful and documented B2B sales experience (selling services vs. product is preferred)
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills (verbal and written)
  • Computer Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (additional experience with a CRM system is preferred)
  • Successful academic and professional track record
  • Transportation industry or international sales experience 
 
In return for your expertise as an Outside Sales Executive you can expect the very best benefits package from DHL:
  • Competitive base salary and sales incentive plan
  • Car and cell phone allowance, plus mileage reimbursement
  • Comprehensive insurance: health, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
  • Generous paid vacation and company holidays
  • 401(k) with company matching and much more
 
Please note a resume is required to apply for all DHL positions.
If you do not have a resume readily available, please visit: http://dhl-resumebuilder.com. This program will work on both Windows and Mac operating systems.
 
To be considered for this position, please apply to the website below:
http://alturl.com/cjk5v
 
DHL Express is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About DHL:

At DHL, people mean the world to us. Thats why our goal has always been to attract and retain the best talent the world over. We provide challenge and opportunity for personal and professional development. We recognize the difference you bring to our business, and together we share the pride of building THE logistics company for the world.