Butterfly Staffing is seeking a dynamic and driven Vice President of Sales to lead the strategic growth of a well-established logistics and warehousing organization headquartered in Chesapeake, VA. This is a key leadership role focused on driving top-line revenue, expanding market presence, and mentoring a high-performing sales team within the 3PL space.
This role is ideal for a results-focused sales leader with a hunter mentality, deep industry knowledge, and a proven ability to win high-value warehousing and transportation contracts.
Key Responsibilities:
Sales Strategy & Client Growth
- Design and implement multi-tiered sales strategies that align with company revenue goals.
- Build and manage a pipeline of warehousing and transportation clients, including BCOs, freight forwarders, and manufacturers.
- Customize logistics solutions that respond to client-specific operational needs.
- Represent the company at trade shows, networking events, and industry forums to increase visibility and lead generation.
- Proactively identify and pursue new market verticals and enterprise-scale opportunities.
Team Leadership & Performance Coaching
- Lead and mentor a growing sales team through structured coaching, training, and accountability frameworks.
- Set clear performance expectations, track KPIs, and drive continuous improvement.
- Foster a results-oriented team culture that rewards initiative, client success, and innovation.
Revenue Forecasting & CRM Management
- Monitor sales pipeline using CRM tools to maintain accurate forecasting and client tracking.
- Provide executive-level reporting on sales trends, win rates, competitive activity, and revenue projections.
- Ensure sales alignment with operational resources and capacity for scalable service delivery.
Market Insights & Strategic Development
- Stay informed on logistics and transportation trends, pricing shifts, and regulatory updates.
- Track competitor activity and recommend adjustments to pricing, positioning, or service offerings.
- Collaborate with operations and customer service teams to ensure smooth post-sale client onboarding and retention.
Qualifications
- 8+ years of success in third-party logistics (3PL), warehousing, and transportation sales.
- Proven success in outside sales and enterprise-level business development.
- Experience selling across diverse customer segments, including manufacturers and freight brokers.
- Familiarity with contract warehousing models and value-added logistics services.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and CRM fluency (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot, etc.).
- Ability to lead strategic pursuits while remaining hands-on with high-value clients.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent industry experience.
Traits That Will Set You Apart
- Strategic, hunter-oriented mindset
- Consultative selling skills and solution-focused approach
- Entrepreneurial energy with a hands-on leadership style
- Strong organizational and time management skills
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary + performance-driven bonus structure
- 401(k) with company match
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Monday–Friday, in-office schedule