Description
Sector: 3PL | LTL | FTL | Automotive
For a leading 3PL providing solutions for: LTL / FTL, single-item shipments, and container freight.
I am searching for a highly strategic and results-driven Vice President of Sales.
This executive role is ideal for a senior sales professional with a deep understanding of the logistics landscape.
The selected candidate will be a proficient hunter, leading national sales efforts, expanding key industry verticals, and driving long-term commercial growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive national sales strategy across LTL, FTL, and 3PL offerings
- Drive vertical growth in target sectors, with a focus on automotive
- Lead, mentor, and scale a high-performing sales team across regional markets
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities, partnerships, and strategic accounts
- Work closely with the executive team to shape market positioning and long-term revenue strategy
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- 6-10 years of sales management or equivalent success in leadership roles in 3PL, LTL, and FTL transportation services
- Proven experience managing complex sales cycles within automotive, time-critical logistics, and/or cold chain products
- Strong track record of building and leading sales organizations across North America with a domestic focus
- Ability to think strategically while maintaining a hands-on leadership approach
- Based in, or open to relocating to, Chicago, IL
