Full-Time

Sales Account Executive

Posted on 1/17/2025

United Parcel Service (UPS)

United Parcel Service (UPS)

Global logistics and package delivery services

Data & Analytics
Automotive & Transportation

Compensation Overview

$55.4k - $95.6kAnnually

+ Sales Incentive Plan + Management Incentive Plan

Entry, Junior

No H1B Sponsorship

Minneapolis, MN, USA

Must be currently located in the same geographic location as the job or willing to relocate.

US Citizenship Required

Category
Field Sales
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Demonstrates a basic understanding of products, services, and customer facing technology solutions offered by UPS along with their features and business applications
  • Describes general customer profiles targeted by the company
  • Understands industry and financial trends impacting UPS and/or customers’ organizations; identifies the organizational structure and functions within a business
  • Possesses basic understanding of competitor’s tactics, product/service offerings and strategies; translates competitor performance and actions into implications for UPS
  • Works with others to research stakeholders' and key decision-makers' needs, requirements and perspectives; describes in general terms customer characteristics, preferences, history, processes and constraints
  • Understands customer’s general business needs and knows the account status; may provide information about accounts for use in planning account strategy
  • Possesses ability to use negotiation techniques in less complex situations; recognizes the potential impact of negotiation proceedings on the business; gains consensus from involved parties
  • Recognizes when customers are having issues; identifies resolution to basic customer issues and recommends solutions
  • Establishes and maintains entry level contacts in customer organizations; builds relationships to further understand customers’ business and objectives
  • Demonstrates a basic understanding of supply chain concepts and identifies issues within a supply chain
  • Experience with Business to Business or Business to Consumer sales
  • Willing to travel, as required
  • Experience using Microsoft products
  • Bachelor’s Degree (or internationally comparable degree)
  • Must be currently located in the same geographic location as the job or willing to relocate yourself if relocation assistance is not included
Responsibilities
  • Maintains and grows a book of business (e.g., ground, air, international)
  • Introduces new products and services and expands business opportunities within customer accounts
  • Tracks sales performance to objectives
  • Monitors account statistics and qualifies internal sales leads to identify opportunities and create an effective sales strategy
  • Utilizes resources and account history to prepare for sales calls
  • Submits pricing requests and analyzes price quotes
  • Develops standard operating procedures (SOPs), generates standard and customized reports and queries, accesses appropriate databases, and interprets and clarifies data
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with Business to Business or Business to Consumer sales
  • Willing to travel, as required
  • Experience using Microsoft products
  • Prefer a Bachelor’s Degree (or internationally comparable degree) or be a current UPS employee with three years of UPS experience
United Parcel Service (UPS)

United Parcel Service (UPS)

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UPS provides logistics services that include the transportation of packages and freight, as well as supply chain management solutions. Their services range from express delivery to freight forwarding, catering to both individual consumers and large businesses. UPS operates in over 220 countries, utilizing a vast global network to ensure efficient delivery. Their pricing is based on the weight, size, and destination of shipments. What sets UPS apart from competitors is their integration of advanced technology to streamline operations and enhance service reliability. The company's goal is to facilitate international trade and improve business efficiency through their comprehensive logistics solutions.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Atlanta, Georgia

Founded

1907

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for cold-chain logistics boosts UPS's healthcare logistics services.
  • The rise of e-commerce creates opportunities for UPS to expand its workforce.
  • Longer holiday shopping periods could lead to increased revenue from shipping fees.

What critics are saying

  • Amazon's expanding logistics network could undercut UPS's pricing and market share.
  • Electric vehicle mandates may require significant investment, impacting UPS's profitability.
  • Labor disputes and potential strikes could disrupt UPS operations and increase costs.

What makes United Parcel Service (UPS) unique

  • UPS has a vast global network operating in over 220 countries and territories.
  • The company leverages advanced technology for efficient logistics and supply chain management.
  • UPS's recent acquisitions enhance its healthcare cold-chain logistics capabilities in Europe.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Professional Development Budget