Lynden Air Freight, Inc.
Account Executive (Sales)
Lynden Logistics (formerly Lynden International), a member of the Lynden family of companies, has roots in transportation going back more than 100 years. We are a freight forwarder who offers full service solutions of logistical services that support the entire supply chain.
Are you an enthusiastic, self-motivated person who takes pride in finding solutions to problems that meet the expectations of your customers? Do you thrive where each day is not like the last? If so, Lynden is the place for you.
This position sells and markets Lynden Logistics Services to existing and prospective businesses with emphasis on domestic and international revenue and market share growth by performing the following duties:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience in selling transportation services preferred. Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four year College or University; or one to three years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. High School/GED diploma required.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret tariffs, general business periodicals, professional journals and manuals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to calculate and apply concepts such as dimensionalized weight, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Strong analytical, quantitative skills and problem solving.
Experienced using MS Office Suite of products
Traveling required. Must be able to travel to visit customers via ground and air, some overnight travel.
Must have leadership skills. Providing leadership to company and contractor personnel is essential to this position.
Must be able to successfully complete a drug and background check.
Lynden Logistics is a federal contract so all employees, including employees working from home/remotely, are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
We offer a robust benefit and PTO package
Must be able to pass Security Threat Assessment under TSA regulations.