Sales Development Manager - Dallas

Job Title

Sales Development Manager - Dallas

Department

Sales, Marketing & Product Management

Country

United States of America

State/Province

Texas

City

Dallas

Full/Part Time

Full time

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the position is responsible for aggressively marketing the J.B. Hunt brand to develop new accounts and secure an established customer base. Responsible for the solicitation of business from new customers to build business volume according to the business needs. The incumbent will evaluate a customer's current transportation requirements (e.g., existing services, modes, lanes, and budgets) and propose a custom transportation solution from JB Hunt's product offerings. Accounts are typically mid-level and higher in terms of revenue, demand, volume, and/or complexity.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct lead generation activities for new and incremental business, including cold calling, networking, and other opportunity prospecting methods as able.
• Identify and secure new customer relationships through strategic, consultative selling; manage a dynamic pipeline, meet with prospects virtually and in-person to understand their business needs, develop tailored solutions, and close deals.
• Regularly travel to prospective customers to conduct in-person presentations and build rapport with key stakeholders.
• Facilitate contract negotiations and pricing discussions while ensuring alignment with company goals and client expectations .
• Stay informed of industry trends and adjust sales strategies to maintain a competitive edge.
• Create and deliver compelling presentations tailored to customer needs with an emphasis on articulating value propositions persuasively to decision-makers.
• Coordinate with internal teams and the customer to implement the customer's solution, including participation in kick-off.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• With 2-3 years of Sales, Account Management, or relevant experience, and/or military equivalent with at least 1 year of which being North American Truckload experience

ANDdemonstration of the following skills and abilities through education, certifications, military, or other experiences:

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail
• Effective Communications
• Establishing and Maintaining Trust
• Flexibility and Adaptability
• Problem Solving
• Knowledge of Products and Services
• Sales Closing and Agreements

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communication, Public Relations, Business Administration/Management, Supply Chain Management, and/or related field.
• With 2-3 years of Sales, Account Management, or relevant experience, and/or military equivalent.
• At least one year of which being North American Truckload experience.

The annual incentive for the top 20% of performers is $15,000.00, based on a three-year average.

This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

Compensation

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

Benefits

The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: medical benefit, dental benefit, vision benefit, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time), six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave, and six paid holidays annually.

Education

Bachelors: Business Administration/Management, Bachelors: Business Communications, Bachelors: Marketing, Bachelors: Public Relations, Bachelors: Supply Chain Management, GED (Required), High School (Required)

Work Experience

Customer Service/Account Manager, Sales, Truckload

Job Opening ID

00619336 Sales Development Manager - Dallas (Evergreen) (Open)