Director of Strategic Sales - Southwest

At Valley Companies (VC), our keys to success are embedded in our core values. We are now seeking a new Director of Strategic Sales - Southwest who embodies these values and excels at relationship building and support towards the customer experience.

The Director of Strategic Sales - Southwest plays an ultimate role in our everyday success as a company by uncovering new business through prospecting and engaging with clients. The Director of Enterprise Solutions will also strengthen relationships by offering a variety of logistics solutions and solving problems for diverse supply chain needs. Valley Companies is looking for a hunter that can effectively convert prospects to customers and handle the entire sales cycle. This position offers a competitive base salary with bonuses, paid time off, and full comprehensive benefits.

Since 1935 we have been dedicated to finding the best solutions for our customers. Our employees are second to none at developing and maintaining relationships with our customers that ensures mutually beneficial agreements are met. Our people create value by being themselves and eliminating the complexity of logistic solutions. If you are looking for an environment where you can grow, learn, and have fun while doing it then Valley Companies is the right choice for you.

Our corporate office is in Hudson, WI but this position is remote. We are looking for an employee that lives in the Southwest United States so we encourage all people in that area to apply.

CORE VALUES:

Our core values of Family, Accountability, Commitment, Trust, and Serve are the foundation of our culture and if these describe you, we want you on our team!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
? Target, Develop and Secure client relationships through selling Valley Companies core logistics services such as Managed Transportation, Project Management, Final Mile, Truckload and LTL solutions
? Partner with organization to solidify Valley Companies premier service offering in core service areas to achieve immediate and long-term growth
? Quickly launch and build successful client relationships while prospecting and identifying new opportunities for your sales pipeline
? Utilize direct and in-direct channels to generate new business opportunities while leverage Valley Companies marketing and sales tools
? Collaborate across departments and team members to secure the commercial terms of sale including negotiations rates, identifying vendor solutions, technology requirements, etc.
? Represent company at client industry, trade associations, events, and conferences to promote the Valley Value proposition
? Maintain a strong understanding of the client marketing place and the logistics industry to deliver consultative advice and solutions for our prospects and existing clients
? Prepare and delivery timeline, accurate and high confident sales pipeline, and sales forecast
? Travel required - minimum of 2 out-of-state trips per month

BENEFITS
? Competitive salary with bonuses
? Full benefits including Paid Time Off (PTO), Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K with company match
? Company paid Medical benefits on individual plans
? 8 Paid Company recognized holidays
? Weekly company sponsored lunches, monthly giveaways, and annual events
? Flexible and understanding work environment
? Rewarding, engaging, and supportive Culture
? Stable and growing organization since 1935

REQUIREMENTS: ? Bachelor?s degree (preferred) ? 5+ years of professional experience ? 3+ years of experience in a high-sales environment (preferably in a 3PL environment) ? Learned knowledge in Microsoft Office ? Effective communication, negotiation, and networking skills ? Creative problem-solving approach, strong analytical skills, ability to multi-task, work in groups, and attention to detail ? Phone, email, face-to-face etiquette, clerical procedures, managing files, records retention, and customer service skills to effectively accomplish duties.

WORK ETHIC:
? Adhere to the company?s core values of Family, Accountability, Commitment, Trust, and Serve
? Be honest, ethical, and conscientious
? Efficiently manage your time by being highly self-disciplined, motivated, and goal-oriented

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing this job's duties, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen; frequently to walk; sit; and use hands to handle or feel and occasionally to stand.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing duties of this job the employee will regularly sit at a desk for periods of time and will work in an office setting as directed by your manager.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
? 401(k) matching
? Dental insurance
? Employee assistance program
? Health insurance
? Life insurance
? Paid time off
? Vision insurance

Schedule:
? Monday to Friday

Location:
? Phoenix, AZ (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote

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