Senior Sales Manager

Odyssey Logistics

Sales Manager responsible for expanding customer base and driving revenue growth in logistics. Collaborating across teams to deliver tailored supply chain solutions for customers.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $125,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing strategic sales plans within the transportation, warehousing, and logistics sectors, while effectively managing customer relationships and achieving sales targets. Proficient in utilizing CRM platforms and analytical skills to drive market insights into actionable strategies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Sales Experience In TransportationRelationship ManagementNegotiation SkillsCRM ProficiencyStrategic Planning

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Sales Strategy DevelopmentMarket ResearchSales Pipeline ManagementLogistics Solutions DeliverySupply Chain Understanding

Soft Skills

Leadership SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsCustomer Service SkillsProblem-Solving Abilities

Tools & Technologies

CRM PlatformsMicrosoft Office SuiteSalesforce

Industry Keywords

TransportationWarehousingLogisticsFlatbedMetalsManufacturingIndustrial Markets

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the transportation, warehousing, and logistics sectors.
Develop and maintain a robust sales pipeline by researching market trends, customer needs, and competitive opportunities.
Build and strengthen relationships with prospective and existing customers to drive long-term business success.
Serve as a trusted advisor by understanding customer challenges, negotiating agreements, and delivering customized logistics solutions.
Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve revenue goals and expand market presence.
Partner with operations, marketing, and internal stakeholders to ensure customer needs are met and services align with market demands.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field required.
Minimum of five (5) years of sales experience within transportation, warehousing, logistics, flatbed, metals, or related industries.
Demonstrated success in achieving and exceeding sales targets in a competitive business environment.
Strong leadership, relationship management, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Solid understanding of supply chain, transportation, warehousing, and logistics services.
Proficiency with CRM platforms and Microsoft Office Suite; Salesforce experience preferred.
Strong analytical, strategic planning, and problem-solving abilities with the capability to translate market insights into actionable sales strategies.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and customer service skills.
Ability to travel up to 50% as business needs require.
Experience within transportation, warehousing, logistics, metals, manufacturing, or industrial markets preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

A choice of medical plans with FSA and HSA options
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
401(k) Plan with Company Match
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Company Holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Company Health & Wellness Program
Discounts with Preferred Vendors