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Senior Sales Executive

C.H. Robinson

C.H. Robinson

Sales & Business Development
Bogotá, Bogota, Colombia
Posted on Thursday, November 2, 2023
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Senior Sales Executive

Job ID
R35539
Address
CR 7 N. 71 – 21, Torre B Piso 18, Bogotá, Bogota D.C., Colombia,
Job TypeFull time

C.H. Robinson is looking to fill a Senior Sales Executive role. In this role you will grow Global Forwarding (international Air, Ocean & Rail) services by securing new profitable and sustainable customers. You will generate revenue and drive new business by managing sales meetings, presenting recommendations for supply chain improvements, and closing sales. In this role you will sell for the industry leader, backed by people, process, and technology that are second to none. We are looking for a self-driven, results-orientated individual with a positive outlook and clear focus on high quality and business profitability. Sound like you? Join us and grow your career at C.H. Robinson!

Responsibilities:

  • Prospect, plan, and conduct face-to-face visits with new prospective customers within Branch territory

  • Partner with customers to gather information on their needs, and offer tailored solutions within the CHR platform

  • Lead and collaborate with International Air, Ocean and Rail account management teams to develop tailored solutions for customers

  • Ensure alignment with branch strategies in forecasting, business planning, and pipeline development

  • Consult with several levels of decision-makers and buying influences to understand customers’ business challenges and supply chain goals

  • Maintain a strong commercial presence in the local marketplace, participating or presenting at regional events

  • Collaborate with Account Management teams to create and execute an implementation plan to effectively transition relationship management duties

  • Assist in the development of any SOPs required to manage the customers’ business effectively

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

  • High school diploma or GED

  • Minimum 4 years of operations experience from a freight forwarder or outside sales experience

  • Willingness to travel within assigned territory, minimum 3-4 days per week

  • Site Specific:  Fluent in English

Preferred:

  • Site Specific:  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

  • Site Specific:  Ability to speak multiple European languages

  • Advanced knowledge of logistical concepts and supply chain terminology

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills

  • Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively with strong attention to detail

  • Strong ability to persuade, motivate, and influence others

  • Develop and maintain strong inter-company relationships

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of programs

  • Values a diverse and inclusive work environment

Disclaimer:

  • This job description is intended to generally describe the nature and level of work to be performed by employees in this position.  It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of employees performing this role.

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer

  • C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity of our employees, customers, and communities. We believe this increases creativity and innovation, drives business growth, and enables engaged and thriving teams.  We’re committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued, and respected.

Your Health, Wealth, and Self

Your total well-being is the foundation of our business. As you achieve, we succeed. We invest in your professional growth and development, and our benefits support your financial, family and personal goals. Because we care about you, we offer the following competitive benefits:

  • Private Medical Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • Funeral Insurance

  • Paid Time Off to Volunteer in Your Community

Equal Opportunity Statement

C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity of our employees, customers and communities. We believe this increases creativity and innovation, drives business growth and enables engaged and thriving teams.  We’re committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected.

Why Do You Belong at C.H. Robinson?


Standing out among the world’s largest logistics platforms, C.H. Robinson solves logistics problems for companies across the globe and across industries, from the simple to the most complex. For 100+ years, our global suite of services has innovated trade to seamlessly deliver the products and goods that drive the world’s economy. With 20 million shipments annually for 100,000 customers, and millions of dollars contributed to support causes that matter to us, our people and technology literally move the world.

As a FORTUNE 200 company, FORTUNE has also named C.H. Robinson one of the World’s Most Admired Companies 2022. Headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized as one of LinkedIn’s Top Companies in Minneapolis-St. Paul 2021. And we’re not stopping there… Join us as we collaborate, innovate, and work as one global team to make life better and more sustainable for our customers, communities, and world.


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