Job Information
Melton Truck Lines Account Manager Laredo in Laredo, Texas
Description
Melton Logistics is a full-service transportation logistics firm. We provide superior, personal, customized, North American transportation solutions to our customers while offering exceptional benefits and generous opportunities to our employees.
SUMMARY: The Freight Broker/Account Manager is responsible for the development of profitable new business and for building strong relationships with existing customers that allow for the retention and growth of their business. Inside Sales Brokers are typically our first contact with new customers and must always represent the company in a professional manner using a consultative approach to winning their business.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide quotes and handle booking requests for all transactional customers
Utilize a consultative sales approach to identify, solicit, and secure new business from existing and new customers
Participate in face-to-face sales calls as needed
Manage all customer account and contact information, sales call notes, and rate quote documents as well as any other customer interaction information through a Logistics Operations System & CRM Tool
Provide sales support to Marketing Manager for direct marketing campaigns, web ads, print ads, and other sales lead programs
Participate in the evaluation of and respond to all formal bid packages, on-line bid packages & carrier profiles from assigned customers
Ensure customers are informed of all the necessary documentation requirements for customs clearance, hazardous materials, or to meet any other regulatory or customer requirements
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Two years of transportation sales/business development or freight brokerage experience
Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office and a CRM tool
Must be fully English/Spanish bilingual both written and spoken
Must have the ability to multi-task, work in a fast-paced, team oriented environment, make good decisions, and problem solve.
