Regional Sales Manager

Priority1 strives to go beyond simply offering jobs. We foster careers by creating a great working environment for our team members. We hire talented individuals who will provide the best support and can quickly adapt to the rapidly changing world of logistics. These talented men and women drive our business, and we are committed to their success.

About the role

Priority1 is a growing technology and logistics company that is searching for a Regional Sales Manager to develop, create, and lead a new segment of our business in New Orleans. This is a great opportunity for a goal-oriented sales leader to transform our business from a logistics company into a technology-focused company in order to capitalize on the growth potential of our business.

Responsibilities

• Help develop a high-performance sales team
• Train, mentor, and coach staff
• Provide organization and leadership to the sales channels
• Closing contracts with new clients or existing clientele
• Meet and exceed goals for new business
• Develop leads within assigned sales territory
• Meet with new potential clients to determine profitability
• Consistently enter information into the CRM to keep records up to date
• Participate in sales meetings and conference calls to give updates on sales targets and sales forecasts, including close ratio
• Work with sales management on forecasts and goals

Requirements

• At least one year of outside sales in the logistics industry is required
• Prior to assuming the Regional Sales Manager role, the candidate must successfully complete Field Sales Training
• Prior documented success selling logistics services in an outside sales environment
• A manager who leads by example and has a successful track record of hiring, training, developing, and inspiring teams
• Strong oral and written communication skills coupled with the interpersonal skills needed in a fast-paced, team-centered environment
• A truly hands-on individual who enjoys being part of a team environment, working well within one, and is solution-driven
• Ability to work independently, knowing what needs to be done and able to effectively make that happen
• Ability to partner and communicate with the Home Office to refine systems and implement best practices
• General business and financial acumen
• A strong desire to operate and grow a business
• A proven track record of recruiting, hiring, training, coaching, disciplining, and effectively managing a diverse, hourly, and salaried workforce

Benefits

• Competitive base salary + commissions
• 401k & Profit Sharing Plan
• Medical Insurance with premiums paid at 100% for employees AND dependents
• Dental Insurance 100% paid for Employee
• Vision Insurance
• HSA with Employer Contributions
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing: Typical annual contribution of 15% of total eligible compensation
• Paid Holidays AND PTO
• Cancer, Critical Illness, and Accident Policies available