Sales Account Executive
Avenue Logistics
Chicago, ILFresher49m agovia LinkedIn
About the Role
Launch your sales career at Avenue Logistics, a fast-growing logistics company. As a Sales Account Executive, you will learn the transportation and logistics industry from experienced producers and leaders. This is a fully on-site position in Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Central Time.
Key Responsibilities
- Prospect customers and business partners through outbound calls, emails, and networking.
- Build relationships with manufacturers, distributors, warehouses, and transportation providers.
- Learn customer operations and develop customized transportation solutions.
- Collaborate with internal teams to deliver exceptional service.
- Negotiate pricing while protecting customer relationships and profitability.
- Utilize Avenue's proprietary CRM and transportation technology to manage your business.
- Stay informed on market trends to provide strategic transportation solutions.
- Grow your own book of business through consistent outreach, persistence, and relationship building.
Training & Development
- Structured onboarding, personalized coaching, and ongoing mentorship from experienced sales leaders.
- Opportunities to mentor future team members and advance into leadership.
Compensation & Benefits
- $45,000 starting base salary + uncapped commissions.
- Opportunity to start earning commissions within the first few months.
- Commission structure paying up to 17% of Gross Profit.
- No cap on earnings.
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with generous Company Match.
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, and Floating Holiday).
- Life Insurance.
- Ongoing mentorship and professional development.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Avenue's proprietary CRM and transportation technology.
Qualifications
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- A competitive mindset and exceptional work ethic.
- Experience taking on responsibility through internships, athletics, campus organizations, or other team environments.
- Experience in sales, customer service, or targeted outreach is a plus.