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Enterprise Account Executive

Flexport · Phoenix, AZ

Base
Not disclosed
OTE
Not disclosed
Posted
3mo ago

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Ask hard questions

Too much is left unsaid. Make them answer before you invest.

Pay
No pay listed at all.
Transparency
Says nothing about quota, attainment, deal size, territory or sales cycle.
Pipeline
A mix of self-sourced pipeline and inbound or SDR help.
Time on market
Open 107+ days. Ask why it's been hard to fill.
Company hiring
Ramping up: posted 10 sales roles in the last 30 days. That many open roles can also mean churn. Ask how many reps are still there from last year.

Based only on what the posting says. Flags are a starting point for your first call, not a final judgment.

The role

Sell Flexport's end-to-end supply chain and fulfillment solutions in Salt Lake City or Phoenix, winning net-new accounts and expanding existing ones. Mix self-prospecting with SDR support; 5+ years in freight or logistics required.

Enterprise · Mixed

Selling motion

Mixed

Who you are selling to

Enterprise

Pipeline expectations

A mix of self-sourced pipeline and inbound / SDR support.

Compensation

The posting doesn't list pay.

What is not disclosed

This posting doesn't tell you:

  • Base salary
  • OTE
  • Quota size
  • Quota attainment
  • Average deal size
  • Territory
  • Sales cycle length

Worth asking about on your first call.

Full posting
About Flexport: At Flexport, we believe global trade can move the human race forward. That’s why it’s our mission to make global commerce so easy there will be more of it. We’re shaping the future of a $10T industry with solutions powered by innovative technology and exceptional people. Today, companies of all sizes—from emerging brands to Fortune 500s—use Flexport technology to move more than $19B of merchandise across 112 countries a year. The recent global supply chain crisis has put Flexport center stage as we continue to play a pivotal role in how goods move around the world. We are proud to have the support of the best investors in the game who believe in our mission, solutions and people. Ready to tackle global challenges that impact business, society, and the environment? Come join us. The Opportunity: We are seeking Account Executives in Salt Lake City and Phoenix with experience in end to end supply chain solutions and fulfillment to build and maintain a healthy book of business. You'll be part of a high-performing team where you’ll focus on building up Flexport’s brand while solving customer problems with tech-enabled supply chain and fulfillment solutions. A normal day might include leading a discovery call with a prospect to uncover more about their supply chain processes, project managing the complexities of a global supply chain, reviewing a customer’s growth strategy with their Flexport Operations Team, jumping on a plane and travel with a prospective client to tour a Flexport warehouse, or sharing your best practices with the broader sales team in a peer learning session. You will - Build your book of business by closing net-new customers and/or cross-selling and upselling existing customers that contribute to Flexport's overall revenue goals - Uncover and connect with ideal clients through a combination of self-prospecting and collaboration with our SDR team - Consult with new clients to understand their supply chain needs - Create a value-add solution, demonstrating Flexport’s capabilities through remote and in-person meetings - Lead Monthly and Quarterly Business Meetings with existing clients, helping them to effectively plan for upcoming business - Navigate, bundle, and sell Flexport's suite of products across the supply chain/shipment lifecycle - Work closely with the all internal teams (Operations, Ocean, Air, Trucking, Customs, etc) to drive a best in class customer experience - Lead the customer onboarding process by leveraging internal resources and teams You should have - 5+ years of experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or supply chain industries - At least 2 years’ experience in a full cycle (prospecting to closing), quota carrying sales role - An obsession with client happiness. You succeed when they succeed - Competitive and creative drive to win over customers and think outside the box to get a deal done - Demonstrated ability to run a structured sales process - Proven success building and maintaining long term commercial relationships - A naturally curious and inquisitive approach to client discovery - Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with the ability to connect in both virtual and face-to-face environments - Ability to learn fast, strong work ethic, and a burning desire to grow into a top 5% sales executive in the country #LI-onsite Commitment to Equal Opportunity At Flexport, our ability to fulfill our mission of making global commerce easy and accessible relies on having a diverse, dedicated and engaged workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, health status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Global Data Privacy Notice for Job Candidates and Applicants Depending on your location, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) may regulate the way we manage the data of job applicants. By submitting your application, you are agreeing to our use and processing of your data as required. Please see our Privacy Notice available at www.flexport.com/privacy for additional information.
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