Now Hiring - J.B. Hunt Transport - Business Development Manager in West Des Moines IA

Full description of the position

Drive new business by prospecting and selling J.B. Hunt transportation and logistics solutions to enterprise customers. Identify opportunities, onboard clients, develop account strategies and transition accounts to internal management teams for long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Generate leads through cold calling, networking and sales tools to win new business
• Engage prospects, assess needs, and deliver tailored transportation solutions
• Develop sales strategies, proposals and close contracts
• Support customer onboarding and implementation with internal teams
• Ensure account success through KPI tracking, revenue quality and contract compliance

The expected starting pay range for this role is $70,500 - $88,100 a year.

Candidates should possess the following skills:

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced sales environment
• Proven success in B2B sales, lead generation and high-velocity prospecting
• Strong negotiation, closing and deal execution skills
• Experience with sales forecasting, pipeline management and strategic planning
• Knowledge of transportation, logistics or supply chain solutions
• Ability to collaborate across internal teams to drive implementation and customer success

Company Benefits:

• Eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage after 30 days of employment
• Begin accruing paid time off on your first day
• Company-matched 401(k)
• Access to mental health resources, disability and life insurance options, paid parental leave and additional benefits

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED with 2-3 years of Sales, Account Management, or relevant experience, and/or military equivalent
• At least 1 year of experience being North American Truckload experience
• Willingness to travel to local customer sites with occasional overnight travel
• Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle record

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communication, Public Relations, Business Administration/Management, Supply Chain Management, and/or related field
• 2-3 years of Sales, Account Management or relevant experience, and/or military equivalent with at least 1 year of which being North American Truckload experience.

You should get more out of your career; that’s why you deserve a company that is driven for you. Providing our team with better benefits, clear career paths and a people-first culture allows our people to reach their goals. Move your career forward by joining the J.B. Hunt team!