Job Description

In the everchanging realm of supply chain and logistics, the opportunities to find new business is never-ending and the chances to make a difference to our current customer base by developing accounts and providing solutions are robust.  We are looking for a proven sales professional join our rapidly growing team that will grow profitable business by creating solutions for new and current customers using all Werner Enterprises’ services and modes. 

Succeeding in this role requires a strong phone presence, effective interpersonal communication skills, and the ability to multitask. We are looking for a high energy, enthusiastic achiever that is a self-starter, competitive and motivated to achieve and exceed goals. You will be responsible for:

• Identifying and close potential business opportunities
• Building new customer relationships and expanding current ones
• Assessing customer needs
• Finding the right logistics solutions

If you are looking to work hard, and build a customer base for an award-winning company, Werner Enterprises has got you covered. Join our team today! 

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Identify, create and close new sales opportunities by prospecting and cold calling within assigned region.
• Manage and grow current customers by introducing additional Werner service offerings
• Work with engineering and operations teams to create proposals for prospects and customers
• Complete all aspects of the customer interface including the negotiation of pricing and transportation agreements and accounts receivable management
• Facilitate operational on boarding of new business to ensure complete understanding of customer expectations
• Team sell with Werner Sales Product specialists when warranted
• Keep up to date with skills and knowledge of all Werner services capabilities

Qualifications

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing, Management, or Transportation/Logistics, or equivalent experience preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Two plus years of sales experience in Transportation
• Three to four years transportation experience required

Additional Information

Werner Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information or veteran status or other status protected by law.We encourage applicants of all ages as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant's age.