The road to a great career starts with Saia!
Today, Saia's network of 168 terminals covers 42 states in the U.S. as well as Canada.Through our network of partners, we serve the balance of the U.S. including Alaska and Hawaii, plus Puerto Rico and Mexico. Through our three operating service groups - Saia LTL, Linkex, and Saia Logistics Services - we provide complete transportation and logistics solutions.
As a company, Saia is dedicated to providing every employee the opportunity and environment to continue to grow and contribute, individually and as part of a team. Perhaps that is why the average employee tenure at Saia is 8 years, nearly twice the national average, and why more than 300 employees have been with us for over 20 years.
Account Executive / Business Development
As the best of the best in B2B outside sales, you deserve to work for a company that’s as accomplished as you are. Join the dynamic sales team at Saia, one of the most successful LTL carriers in the U.S. Working for Saia means the opportunity to partner with a successful company and enjoy stability and security for you and your family.
But don’t just take our word for it, here’s what some of our employees have to say:
“What I like most about Saia is everyone’s attitude. Everyone really wants to do a good job here and help the customer succeed. If the customer grows, we grow, and it’s great for everybody." – Current Account Executive
“What advice would I give a new Account Executive? Be ready to hit the ground running and be ready to grow…there is so much potential with Saia!" – Current Account Executive
If you are looking for an opportunity for career growth with a growing company, amazing benefits and competitive base plus uncapped bonus, apply today!
Job Responsibilities:
· As a Transportation Account Executive, your focus will be on business development so you will be responsible for identifying and securing profitable revenue within your assigned geographic area.
· Additional responsibilities:
· Managing new and established accounts for continued revenue and profit growth
· Achieving strategic sales objective goals
· Maintaining positive client relationships
Preferred Qualifications:
· 2+ years of B2B Sales experience
· 2+ years of Transportation Operations experience
· Bachelor's degree
· Knowledge of AS400
· Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Benefits
At Saia, your success is our success! That’s why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career. We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won’t go unnoticed.
We are proud to offer the following benefits:
· Company car
· Competitive salary base plus uncapped bonus potential
· Health Insurance with Medical, Rx & Vision
· Dental Insurance
· Free Life Insurance
· Free Short-term Disability
· 401(k) with immediate vesting & company match
· Immediate eligibility for Holiday Pay
· Paid Vacation days and Personal/Sick Days
· Employee Stock Purchase plan
· Credit Union
Our Mission
At Saia Inc., success comes down to taking care of the people who matter most – our customers, our employees and our shareholders. The rest will take care of itself.
"Provide best-in-class service – as defined by our customers – through quality processes in an environment that respects employees, advocates safety, recognizes excellence, and builds shareholder value."
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $68,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Supplemental pay types:
- Commission pay
- Quarterly bonus
Education:
Experience:
- Outside sales: 3 years (Preferred)
- Transportation sales: 3 years (Preferred)
- B2B sales: 3 years (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Owatonna, MN: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person