Company Description

Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems.

Our Mission is to recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us!

Job Description

The focus of Sales Operations is to optimize the effectiveness of the district sales team by providing support to the district sales team and Manager.

Using strong communication skills and deadline management, Sales Operations will effectively collaborate with a variety of people and job functions, accomplishing tasks of moderate to high complexity and scope, and have the ability to perform in a challenging and fast-paced environment. The District Sales Operations role supports all Business Development efforts in the district.

Tasks and Duties

Sales SupportSupport and attend weekly district sales meetingsManage and distribute sales leadsOrganize Sales training sessions for your districtManage company visitors and arrange meeting schedules with sales teamConduct market research to understand trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape.ReportingDeliver reporting on a frequent basis to support sales initiatives and data integrityLocal expert and advocate of Sales Enablement toolsBidsFacilitate bid organization and responses for region’s bid owners (Executive summaries, qualitative responses, formatting, deadline management, accuracy of response, etc.)Local expert on bid management and facilitationEventsCoordinate and deliver customer-facing district events for the Business Development teamsAnalyze and deliver survey responsesMarketingLocal expert and advocate of templates and branding guidelines Support local marketing needs, maintain social media communication for entire branchCoordinate and deliver Targeted Marketing Campaign and Regional Newsletter emails alongside Regional Sales OperationsMaintain market intelligence and knowledge about competition – products, new services, financialsPersonal GrowthAttend training and development sessions to understand the requirements of Sales and Sales OperationsWork closely with Regional Sales Operations and GEO Sales OperationsTake on additional assignments, as required, in support of Business Development in the district/region

Physical Demands

Use of standard office equipment - computer with keyboard and mouse, phone, fax/copy/scan machine, etc.  Write with pencil/pen/marker Functions performed primarily while seated at desk

QualificationsFluent Czech language is requirement + advanced EnglishProficiency in Social MediaMust be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite - PowerPoint, Word, Excel, OutlookThe ability to work off-site for local eventsThe ability to travel for trainingsStrong problem solving, organizational, and interpersonal skillsAbility to work productively both individually and in a team environmentSense of urgency for goal achievementStrong grammar and writing skillsSelf-motivated with ability to work in a fast paced and constantly changing environmentStrong rapport and relationship building focusedEmpowered to make quick decisions in response to changing conditionsInfluences others to actionTimeliness and accountability for resultsAttention to detailStrong communication and public speaking skills

Additional Information

Expeditors offers excellent benefits:

Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time 3xAllowance for meal and free timeEmployee Stock Purchase PlanTraining and Personnel Development ProgramGrowth opportunities within the companyEmployee Referral Program Bonus