Account Managers

An Account Manager is responsible both for the development of business from existing accounts and new corporate customers for Scott Logistics Corp. Account Managers must be proven business developers, with a particular flair for winning and nurturing key accounts.  They have excellent presentation skills, impressive written and verbal communication, and the ability to achieve demanding sales performance.  Account Managers also oversee a team of Logistics Coordinators.  Scott requires that Account Managers are TIA-Certified Transportation Brokers, or are actively seeking this certification.  Scott requires previous experience in logistics, customer service, and/or operations for the position of Account Manager, and that all applicants have one of the following:

  • 4-year college degree, preferably with a Business major

  • 2-year college degree, preferably with a Business major

  • 4 consecutive years of verifiable work experience with the same company

  • 6 consecutive years of verifiable work experience within the same industry with a maximum of 2 different companies.

The skills required to carry out this job are:

 

  • Intermediate computer and Internet skills

  • Self-motivational personality with exceptional attendance and punctuality

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken, with customers, shippers, consignees, dispatchers, truck drivers, and coworkers.  These skills include clarity of thought and explanation, as some will not use English as their first language

  • Knowledge of planning and scheduling techniques

  • Strong follow-up skills

  • Ability to foster and oversee a cooperative work environment

  • Teamwork, tact, positive attitude, and good interpersonal skills

  • Excellent geographic knowledge

  • Sound knowledge of the transportation industry

  • Knowledge of current and proven professional selling techniques

  • Problem-solving ability, particularly when working under pressure

  • Ability to work with detailed information

  • Ability to multi-task

  • Ability to work with extremely detailed information

  • Excellent numeric skills

Benefits for Account Managers include:

  • Paid Training

  • Health Insurance

  • Dental Insurance

  • Company-paid Life Insurance

  • AFLAC Insurance

  • Paid Vacation

  • 401(k) with Company Match

  • Employee Wellness Center (under construction)

 

Application for Employment

 

For consideration, please forward your resume’, including salary history to:

 

Account Manager Openings

Scott Logistics Corp

PO Box 391

Rome, GA 30162

Fax:  706-234-1184

Email:  hr@scottlogistics.com