Sales Account Executive Jobs in Columbus, OH

We are seeking an International Account Executive specializing in drayage to join our growing Drayage team at BBI Logistics. You will be responsible for creating and managing your individual book of business through constant communication with carriers and customers.

What you’ll be doing.

• Build your own book of business by prospecting new clients specifically in the drayage space
• Learn how to negotiate and close deals that move freight across the U.S. and Mexico
• Make 80+ outbound cold calls per day to connect with decision-makers in the logistics world (shipping lines, freight forwarders, port authorities)
• Self-generate drayage leads
• Utilize exceptional Negotiation skills to reach mutually beneficial agreements with clients, carriers and suppliers
• Collaborate with team mates to ensure smooth and efficient drayage operations
• Stay on the cutting edge of industry trends, keeping a finger on the pulse the drayage landscape to capitalize on emerging opportunities
• Expand market in US and MX

What you’ll bring to the table.

• Strong communication skills and a fearless approach to cold calling
• Confidence and persistence - you don’t give up easily
• A competitive mindset - you’re driven by results and love to win
• Self-starter mentality - you take ownership and thrive in high-energy environments
• 1+ years professional selling experience preferred but not required
• Willing to go the extra mile to do whatever it takes to get the job done
• Entrepreneurial and competitive spirit (if you’re not first, you’re last)
• Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to recognize and prioritize profitable opportunities

What you can earn.

• Base salary + uncapped commission

What we bring to the table:

• BBI Barbershop on-site
• Pack your bags! It’s not too late to qualify for our annual sales trip
• We care about your well-being - we offer an EAP program and comprehensive health benefits
• Invest in your future with our 401K match
• Sales development and career path – 100% of sales leadership promoted from within
• Sports Partnership benefits
• Paid training and mentorship program
• Work hard, play hard – team outings, happy hours, and company events

Trophies In Our Case:

• Nationally awarded as Selling Power’s 50 Best Companies to Sell for in 2022 & 2023, Selling Power’s 60 Best Companies to Sell for in 2024, 2025, & 2026
• Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies in America 2023 & 2024
• Great Place to Work Certified
• #1 Fastest Growing Privately Held Company in Central Ohio
• Largest Central Ohio Privately Held Company
• Named a Best Place to Work 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024
• 2024 Building Columbus Awards: Best New Office Project

Who we are:

BBI Logistics offers transportation solutions including but not limited to drayage, truckload, intermodal, LTL, expedited, purchase order consolidation, route optimization, cold storage, expedited delivery, and natural disaster response. As a rapidly growing company, BBI is quickly becoming a premier transportation provider nationwide.

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Veterans are encouraged to apply.

BBI Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status)?
• How many years of Drayage experience do you have?

Ability to Commute:

• Columbus, OH 43215 (Required)

Work Location: In person