District Sales Executive
Company: Expeditors
Location: Bensenville
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Company Description Company
Description We take care of our employees, and they take care of
our customers! Become a member of a global community! The
international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global
trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain
management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will
find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all
of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to
logistics. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered
in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over
19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350
locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the
increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through
customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems.
Our Mission We recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics
and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from
within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at
Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is
influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are
more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and
build a career with us! Job Description Manage an assigned
territory and demonstrate extensive knowledge of potential
customers and competitors in this area Timely data entry in our
Customer Relationship Management tool Build relationships with
Customer & collaborate with regional team, Geo, and Knowledge
Management resources Create value-added solutions for customer’s
logistics needs, including Network Diagrams & Cost benefit
solutions Support the transition of new accounts Support AR
(accounts receivable) collection Own Credit setup process with new
customers onboard Attend training & development sessions to
continue developing selling skills and updating Expeditors Product
and Service knowledge Involvement in local trade groups, as
directed by the DSM Make 50 sales calls every month or as directed
by DSM Make required number of joint calls as directed by DSM Meet
required individual budgets Have diversified sales pipeline across
verticals & Expeditors service Take on additional assignments as
required, supporting company needs Qualifications Global logistics
industry knowledge 2- 5 years of sales experience in the required
market. Strong problem solving, organizational, and interpersonal
skills Ability to work productively both individually and in a team
environment Sense of urgency for goal achievement Self-motivated
with ability to work in a fast-paced environment Strong rapport and
relationship-building focused Empowered to make quick decisions in
response to changing conditions Influences others to action
Timeliness and accountability for results Presentation skills
Global logistics industry knowledge Expeditors Core Competencies
Exceptional Customer Service: Exceeds customer expectations by
anticipating, understanding and meeting needs. Is proactive and
when issues arise, is timely and resolute in solving problems,
including escalating to management when necessary. Builds rapport
and exhibits empathy during interactions, and consistently strives
to improve customer satisfaction with customers. (This skill
expectation applies both externally (customers, service providers)
and internally (other Expeditors offices/employees). Job Execution:
Consistently completes quality work that matches job expectations.
Is committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement
for own job function and across the network. All activities are
compliant with company policies/procedures and code of business
conduct and with government regulations. Reliability: Consistently
meets deadlines. Is punctual and can be relied on for planning
purposes. Is organized, manages own time effectively and can
prioritize. Collaboration: Displays a willingness to accomplish not
only his/her own job responsibilities without the need for constant
prodding but is willing, without request, to aid and assist others
to the benefit of the company and/or customers. Works in harmony
with superiors and fellow workers without incident or delay.
Communication: Effectively listens to others and communicates
(verbal and written) in a professional manner, both internally and
externally. Provides relevant and timely information to co-workers,
customers and service providers. Answers phone calls and responds
to voicemails, emails and other communication according to
Expeditors' standards. Culture: Exhibits and promotes the company’s
10 cultural attributes: Appearance, Attitude, Confidence,
Curiosity, Excellence, Integrity, Pride, Resolute, Sense of Humor,
and Visionary. Personal Growth and Development: Participates in
training within the company’s guidelines, completing at least 52
hours of relevant training per year. Completes required training in
a timely manner with minimal reminders. Pursues professional
development goals for self, including participating in a
development plan as appropriate. District Sales Executive
Job-Specific Performance Expectations Prospecting Maintains a
robust leads management and prospecting program that enables a
healthy sales pipeline. This includes: Completing thorough customer
research to qualify and validate good prospects, customizing cold
calling scripts, and scheduling and executing adequate time for
cold calling and scheduling new meetings. Call Activity Proactive
and organized for continuous and productive monthly call activity
so that: calls are scheduled two weeks in advance, call schedule is
full for the following week, completed call and joint call
expectations are achieved monthly. Pipeline Management Maintains a
healthy pipeline with the right mix of opportunities (aligned with
the district tactical business plan) at the different steps of the
Team Selling Process. Is Persistent in contacting prospects and
targets at the proper cadence to keep opportunities moving through
the pipeline, and meets with new prospects weekly to ensure the
healthy backfill of the sales pipeline. Closing & Revenue Manages
opportunities properly in order to close two opportunities monthly
that meet or exceed global and regional growth expectations. Sales
Skills & Sales Call Management Competently and confidently
navigates opportunities through each step of the sales process with
the use of sales techniques (lines of questions, leveraging the
network), and tools (network diagrams, business process flows,
IISBs, etc.). Additional Information Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick
Time Health Plan: Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision
Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance 401(k) Retirement Savings
Plan (US only) Employee Stock Purchase Plan Training and Personnel
Development Program Base salary range is $50,000-$75,000 per year
plus commission All your information will be kept confidential
according to EEO guidelines.
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