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URS Midwest Inc
Posted on 23 Sep
Account Executive - Canada
URS Midwest Inc · Cambridge, Ontario, Canada
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In short
The Account Executive is responsible for developing new business and growing revenue within the Canadian remarketed vehicle transportation market. They will manage a sales pipeline, build strategic customer relationships, and deliver customized logistics solutions through consultative selling.
What they're looking for
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Candidates must be bilingual in French and English and possess a college degree or equivalent sales experience in logistics or trucking. The role requires proficiency in Salesforce, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to travel extensively across Canada.
About the employer
United Road Services
Industry Leader Providing Vehicle and Heavy-Haul Transportation Services Throughout the U.S. and Canada · hiring as URS Midwest Inc
United Road is the premier automotive transport expert, shipping more than 4 million vehicles annually for 10,000+ customers throughout North America.
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Founded in 1997, United Road evolved both organically and through a series of strategic acquisitions that enabled us to uniquely serve the transportation needs of a variety of customers. Our customers include leading automotive manufacturers, leasing and rental companies, auction houses, wholesalers, new and used auto dealers, finance companies, and individuals. If you have a vehicle to move, you can count on United Road to ship it! United Road is differentiated by its diverse service offering, highly trained driving professionals, industry-best capacity, an expansive geographic footprint, a stellar safety record and patented OVISS technology. Many companies try to replicate our business model and name, but there is only one United Road. Furthermore, our carhauling professionals uniquely serve a wide spectrum of customers, ranging from those who require white-gloved service for test cars, celebrity vehicles, and other high-value autos to those who need safe vehicle transport across the most challenging and treacherous terrains. Composed of dedicated employees and trusted partners, United Road is driven by a desire to continuously delight its customers, professional car haulers, business associates, and employees. We are proud to be viewed as North America's most trusted carhauling partner. We are Driven to Deliver! Visit www.unitedroad.com for more information.
- INDUSTRY
- Truck Transportation
- COMPANY
- Privately Held
- FOUNDED
- 1997
- HEADQUARTERS
- Plymouth, Michigan
- SIZE
- 1,001-5,000
- OFFICES
- 3 on LinkedIn
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Questions about this role
- Is this URS Midwest Inc role remote?
- Tagged hybrid · 3 days in office.
- Does it sponsor visas?
- Listed as no visa sponsorship.
- What experience does it ask for?
- Listed as 2-5 years.
The posting, in full
Job Details: Job Location: 19001 UR Ontario - Cambridge, ON N3H 4R6, MI 48170, About United Road United Road is the largest finished vehicle logistics company in North America. We move new and used vehicles for OEMs, dealerships, auctions, and fleet operators across the continent. We do it through company drivers, owner-operators, and thousands of third-party carriers in our Haully network. Our pillars are simple: Expertise, Partnership, and being Ever-Present for our customers and carriers. This role lives the Partnership pillar every day. Account Executive - Canada The Account Executive develops new business and grows revenue within the remarketed vehicle transportation market across Canada, with a primary focus on auctions, financial institutions, rental car companies, fleet organizations, dealer groups, and vehicle remarketing partners. This role identifies new opportunities, builds strategic customer relationships, and delivers transportation solutions that create long-term value for customers while driving profitable growth for United Road. The Account Executive manages an active sales pipeline in Salesforce and represents United Road through in-person customer engagement, industry events, and consultative selling. Job Duties Drive revenue growth and expand brokerage business within the remarketed vehicle sales channel, with a specific focus on developing the untapped Montreal market and other regions across Canada Generate new business through outbound prospecting, networking, referrals, cold calling, customer visits, and industry events, supported by a territory plan that prioritizes the strongest revenue opportunities Travel extensively (45-50%) throughout Ontario, Quebec, and other Canadian markets to build customer relationships and represent United Road Canada at auctions, industry meetings, trade shows, and customer events Build executive-level relationships with auction leadership, dealer principals, fleet managers, rental organizations, remarketing companies, and other key decision makers Identify and pursue occasional OEM operations opportunities as they arise, in addition to primary remarketed sales activity Serve as a key point of contact for customers such as auction partners, large dealer groups, and large car rental companies Develop account growth strategies to increase shipment volume and wallet share within existing customers, including regular business reviews with key accounts Develop trusted advisor relationships by understanding each customer's transportation challenges and recommending customized logistics solutions through a consultative sales approach Negotiate with customers and carriers to win business that is desirable and profitable for the company Research and communicate pricing to current and prospective customers to gain business Maintain an accurate pipeline of customer activities, forecasts, and opportunities in Salesforce, with timely follow-up on every open opportunity Enter all sales orders into the company system, ensuring a high level of accuracy and completeness Partner with Operations, Carrier Relations, Pricing, and Account Management to deliver an excellent customer experience Troubleshoot and resolve issues effectively and professionally; work within a cross-functional team to address service issues as needed Achieve and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue, margin, and activity goals Ensure all decisions and personal actions support an open, friendly, and professional work environment Other duties as assigned Skills Required Bilingual in French and English, both written and verbal, required Technical proficiency in various applications, including the Microsoft Office suite, Salesforce or other CRM/Lead Management tools, and the Internet Effective listening and strong communication skills, both written and verbal Data analysis skills Excellent customer service and resolution skills Relationship building skills Strong negotiation, closing, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence decision makers Highly organized and detail oriented Consultative selling, business development, territory management, and sales pipeline management skills Ability to think quickly and exercise independent judgment in a face-to-face sales environment Commitment to being available to customers outside of normal business hours Ability to multi-task and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment and handle moderate stress Qualifications College degree or years of sales experience, preferably in a trucking or logistics environment Demonstrated success achieving or exceeding sales quotas Experience developing new business through prospecting and managing a sales territory, using Salesforce or an equivalent CRM Knowledge of office management systems and procedures, with intermediate computer skills Automotive logistics or finished vehicle transportation experience not required, but strongly preferred Experience with dealer networks, import/export, or vehicle auctions required Location Must reside in the Ontario area Willingness and ability to travel at least 45-50% of the time throughout Canada, and into the United States Available to work in the Ontario office three days per week during initial onboarding and training Qualifications:
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Job Details: Job Location: 19001 UR Ontario - Cambridge, ON N3H 4R6, MI 48170, About United Road United Road is the largest finished vehicle logistics company in North America. We move new and used vehicles for OEMs, dealerships, auctions, and fleet operators across the continent. We do it through company drivers, owner-operators, and thousands of third-party carriers in our Haully network. Our pillars are simple: Expertise, Partnership, and being Ever-Present for our customers and carriers. This role lives the Partnership pillar every day. Account Executive - Canada The Account Executive develops new business and grows revenue within the remarketed vehicle transportation market across Canada, with a primary focus on auctions, financial institutions, rental car companies, fleet organizations, dealer groups, and vehicle remarketing partners. This role identifies new opportunities, builds strategic customer relationships, and delivers transportation solutions that create long-term value for customers while driving profitable growth for United Road. The Account Executive manages an active sales pipeline in Salesforce and represents United Road through in-person customer engagement, industry events, and consultative selling. Job Duties Drive revenue growth and expand brokerage business within the remarketed vehicle sales channel, with a specific focus on developing the untapped Montreal market and other regions across Canada Generate new business through outbound prospecting, networking, referrals, cold calling, customer visits, and industry events, supported by a territory plan that prioritizes the strongest revenue opportunities Travel extensively (45-50%) throughout Ontario, Quebec, and other Canadian markets to build customer relationships and represent United Road Canada at auctions, industry meetings, trade shows, and customer events Build executive-level relationships with auction leadership, dealer principals, fleet managers, rental organizations, remarketing companies, and other key decision makers Identify and pursue occasional OEM operations opportunities as they arise, in addition to primary remarketed sales activity Serve as a key point of contact for customers such as auction partners, large dealer groups, and large car rental companies Develop account growth strategies to increase shipment volume and wallet share within existing customers, including regular business reviews with key accounts Develop trusted advisor relationships by understanding each customer's transportation challenges and recommending customized logistics solutions through a consultative sales approach Negotiate with customers and carriers to win business that is desirable and profitable for the company Research and communicate pricing to current and prospective customers to gain business Maintain an accurate pipeline of customer activities, forecasts, and opportunities in Salesforce, with timely follow-up on every open opportunity Enter all sales orders into the company system, ensuring a high level of accuracy and completeness Partner with Operations, Carrier Relations, Pricing, and Account Management to deliver an excellent customer experience Troubleshoot and resolve issues effectively and professionally; work within a cross-functional team to address service issues as needed Achieve and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue, margin, and activity goals Ensure all decisions and personal actions support an open, friendly, and professional work environment Other duties as assigned Skills Required Bilingual in French and English, both written and verbal, required Technical proficiency in various applications, including the Microsoft Office suite, Salesforce or other CRM/Lead Management tools, and the Internet Effective listening and strong communication skills, both written and verbal Data analysis skills Excellent customer service and resolution skills Relationship building skills Strong negotiation, closing, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence decision makers Highly organized and detail oriented Consultative selling, business development, territory management, and sales pipeline management skills Ability to think quickly and exercise independent judgment in a face-to-face sales environment Commitment to being available to customers outside of normal business hours Ability to multi-task and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment and handle moderate stress Qualifications College degree or years of sales experience, preferably in a trucking or logistics environment Demonstrated success achieving or exceeding sales quotas Experience developing new business through prospecting and managing a sales territory, using Salesforce or an equivalent CRM Knowledge of office management systems and procedures, with intermediate computer skills Automotive logistics or finished vehicle transportation experience not required, but strongly preferred Experience with dealer networks, import/export, or vehicle auctions required Location Must reside in the Ontario area Willingness and ability to travel at least 45-50% of the time throughout Canada, and into the United States Available to work in the Ontario office three days per week during initial onboarding and training Qualifications:
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