Account Manager - Edmonton

About the role

Manitoulin Group of Companies, one of Canada's largest national transportation companies offering LTL/FTL, dedicated and logistics solutions across North America, is hiring an Account Manager based in its Edmonton (Acheson) location. The role covers securing new customers, introducing new services to existing ones and managing a current account base, with territory covering Edmonton and some smaller towns in northern Alberta.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, pursue and win new customers while growing existing business
• Communicate with all departments so customers receive the service promised
• Attend sales meetings, industry functions, trade shows and training programs
• Complete and submit reports on time
• Use the laptop and contact management system daily, including scheduling calls and updating the CRM
• Travel 25-30%, which may include overnight stays, with expenses reimbursed

Required profile

• University or college degree or diploma
• At least 2 years of related sales experience
• College or university graduate; transportation industry experience is an advantage
• Valid driver's licence and a reliable vehicle in good condition
• Results-oriented, competitive, resilient and able to make cold calls and close deals

Required skills

• Computer literacy (Excel, Word, Gmail)
• Listening, selling, problem solving and negotiation
• Time management and organization

What we offer

• Profit sharing
• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive benefit package