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About Eagle Logistics Systems
Eagle Logistics Systems is a freight forwarder that specializes in the Puerto Rico trade. With over 25 years of experience on the island, we help connect shippers with buyers and also support other transportation companies in reaching Puerto Rico efficiently.
We operate with our own trucks and warehouse space, giving us the ability to handle all types of cargowhether it's a full container load (FCL) or less-than-container load (LCL). We offer multiple sailings each week, giving you flexible options that meet your schedule.
In addition to Puerto Rico, our experienced team can also provide logistics support and competitive rates for destinations around the globe. Our wide range of services includes ocean freight, domestic trucking, drayage, transfers, and warehousing.
Note: Eagle Logistics Systems is owned by AJC Logistics, which is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
Job Description:
We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Account Executive to join our Eagle Logistics team in San Juan. This role is ideal for someone with experience selling transportation and logistics servicesincluding domestic, international, and less-than-container load (LCL) shipments.
As an Account Executive, your main focus will be developing new business, generating leads, cold calling, and building strong relationships with potential customers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and pursue potential customers and key contacts
- Make cold calls and schedule face-to-face sales meetings weekly
- Set appointments and prepare for sales presentations
- Research and develop new client relationships
- Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with customers
- Stay in regular communication with prospective and existing clients
- Support with daily task such as follow up, lead generation, etc.
- Manage and send out marketing materials to potential customers
- Promote services on social media and other marketing platforms
- Represent Eagle Logistics full range of domestic, international, and LCL freight services
Education & Experience:
- Bachelors Degree required or equivalent related experience.
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- 3 years or more of domestic, and/or 3rd Party Logistics (3PL) selling experience.
- Strong logistics operations knowledge and experience is preferred.
- Ability to understand products and customer needs for ocean transportation.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
- Ability to listen actively and to respond to questions with complete and accurate answers.
- Candidates must be able to speak, read, and write inEnglish & Spanish fluently.