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Saia

Saia

People-focused, safety-driven global logistics provider

Market Expansion Account Manager

Full-Time
No salary listed
Senior
Bachelor's
Dallas, TX, USA+1 more

More locations: Atlanta, GA, USA

Remote

Some travel may be required, including overnight travel.

No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Authorized to work in the United States.
  • 5+ years of less-than-truckload sales experience.
  • Experience using Microsoft Office applications, Microsoft Teams, and Power BI.
  • Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working at a computer or desk.
  • Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, handling documents, and operating office equipment.
  • Occasional lifting and carrying of office materials or boxes weighing up to 25 pounds.
  • Adequate vision and hearing, with or without correction, to read, prepare, and communicate information.
  • Occasional movement, bending, and reaching as needed to perform office tasks or attend meetings.
Responsibilities
  • Manage customer relationships within an assigned portfolio to support revenue growth and business expansion objectives.
  • Serve as a strategic sales partner by promoting transportation solutions that strengthen customer value and contribute to organizational performance.
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities through outbound prospecting, including phone calls, emails, virtual meetings, recorded video messaging, and lead generation efforts.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with prospective and existing customers to drive revenue growth, strengthen customer retention, and increase share of wallet.
  • Conduct customer business reviews and evaluate account performance to identify growth opportunities and expand service offerings.
  • Collaborate with internal business partners to develop solutions that secure new business and improve account profitability.
  • Analyze customer, market, and sales data to identify strategic growth opportunities and prioritize business development activities.
  • Address customer concerns and service-related issues through communication, negotiation, and problem-solving.
  • Adapt to changing customer assignments, business priorities, and market conditions while maintaining accurate account and sales activity information within company systems.
  • Travel as required, including occasional overnight travel.
Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in business or a related field.

About the company

Saia is a logistics company focused on people and safety with a long history in the industry. It provides transportation and related logistics services, emphasizing a team-oriented culture, open leadership, and doing things the right way for employees, customers, and communities. The product work centers on dependable freight movement and logistics solutions built on stability and a safety-first approach. Unlike some competitors that may prioritize speed or scale over people, Saia differentiates itself through its stability, people-first culture, and community-minded practices. The company aims to help customers move goods reliably while supporting employees’ growth and long-term careers, “going further, together.”

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Johns Creek, Georgia

Founded

1924

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Q2 2026 revenue hit $956.5 million, up 17.1%, with operating ratio improving to 86.9%.
  • April and May 2026 tonnage, shipments, and weight per shipment all rose year over year.
  • Saia’s 7.1% July 2026 rate increase and stronger renewals support pricing power.

What critics are saying

  • Management guided Q3 2026 operating-ratio deterioration from July wage increases and post-GRI volatility.
  • New 2023-2026 terminals still run low-90s operating ratios, dragging company margins.
  • Existential risk: heavy network capex can trap Saia in underfilled terminals and weak returns.

What makes Saia unique

  • Saia’s 218-terminal national LTL network keeps adding density beyond Southeast and I-95.
  • Gautam Bhat became VP of data and AI in May 2026.
  • July 2026 GRI and selective freight targeting preserve pricing discipline against truckload substitution.

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Company News

Yahoo Finance
Aug 20th, 2026
Advanced Energy grows revenue 16% annually with competitive advantages, Saia and Herc underwhelm

Advanced Energy Industries makes power supplies and thermal management systems for manufacturing processes. The company has grown revenue by 16.3% annually over the past two years, outpacing competitors and gaining market share. Its earnings per share increased 46.8% annually during the same period, surpassing industry peers. The company projects revenue growth of 36.6% over the next 12 months, suggesting accelerating demand. Advanced Energy maintains a trailing 12-month GAAP operating margin of 13.2%. At $168.05 per share, the stock trades at 20.1x forward price-to-earnings ratio. The company was formerly part of Hertz Corporation before becoming independent. It serves various industries requiring precision power delivery and control systems.

Yahoo Finance
Jul 31st, 2026
Saia reports record Q2 tonnage as truckload pricing shifts shippers to LTL freight

Saia, a US less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier, recorded its highest tonnage in Q2, driven by a shift from truckload to LTL services. Brad Hadley, vice president of national accounts, said tightening truckload capacity and rising prices pushed shippers to move half-load freight onto LTL networks. The surge follows Saia's $1.6 billion capital investment over two years, funding 70 new terminals in seven years and expanding 26 others. Hadley said the company expects the Q2 trend to continue after a four-year freight recession. Rising costs — tractors now cost $140,000 to $160,000 — are prompting LTL carriers to raise rates. Saia is being selective about freight, targeting shippers using multiple services, including its white-glove division, Saia Logistics.

Yahoo Finance
Jul 30th, 2026
Saia shares fall 12% despite Q2 beat as operating margin shrinks 6.1 points over five years

Saia shares dropped 11.7% in afternoon trading despite beating second-quarter earnings expectations. The freight transportation and logistics provider reported revenue of $956.5 million, up 17.1% year-over-year, and exceeded earnings per share estimates. However, investors focused on deteriorating profitability metrics. Operating margin has declined 6.1 percentage points over five years, whilst annualised earnings per share fell 14.6% over the past two years. These figures suggest the business has become less efficient despite sales growth. The stock experienced heightened volatility, with 27 moves exceeding 5% over the past year. At $343.54 per share, Saia trades 29.5% below its 52-week high of $487.14. The company has gained 1.9% year-to-date.

Yahoo Finance
Jul 30th, 2026
Saia reports record Q2 results with revenue up 17% to $957M and EPS climbing 32% to $3.51

Saia reported record second-quarter results with revenue rising 17.1% year-over-year to $956.5 million. Operating income increased 26% to $125 million, whilst diluted earnings per share climbed 31.5% to $3.51. The operating ratio improved to 86.9% from 87.8%. Shipments per workday grew 4.4% and tonnage per workday increased 8.4%. Revenue per shipment excluding fuel surcharge rose 1.5% to $303.12. The company implemented a 7.1% general rate increase in July. Saia opened five terminals during the quarter and has invested roughly $1 billion each in its network and fleet since 2022. Management expects about 100 basis points of sequential operating-ratio deterioration in Q3 but still targets approximately 100 basis points of improvement for the full year.

Yahoo Finance
Jul 30th, 2026
Saia's Q3 margin outlook disappoints despite record Q2 revenue of $957M

Saia's shares fell 12% in midday trading Thursday despite better-than-expected second-quarter results, as management issued softer third-quarter margin guidance. The less-than-truckload carrier now expects to hit the lower end of its full-year margin outlook, calling for 100 to 200 basis points of year-over-year improvement. The Johns Creek, Georgia-based company reported second-quarter earnings per share of $3.51, beating consensus estimates by 12 cents. Revenue rose 17% year-over-year to $957 million, driven by 8% increases in both tonnage and yield. Saia has invested over $1 billion in real estate recently, with new locations still working to match the profitability of its established network. The company implemented a 7.1% general rate increase on 6 July.