National Sales Director

About the role

R+L Carriers is seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated National Sales Director to lead national account activity from its Houston service center. The role combines strategic account management, revenue forecasting, and cross‑functional collaboration to support the company’s growth in the transportation sector.

Key responsibilities

• Own and drive National Account performance in line with corporate goals.
• Coordinate contracts and pricing with assigned pricing analyst.
• Manage bid proposals, follow‑up on pricing requests, and ensure timely communication.
• Forecast bill count and revenue, monitor daily results, and adjust tactics as needed.
• Conduct 3‑5 sales calls per day and measure outcomes against set targets.
• Promote market awareness by engaging traffic, purchasing, and IT contacts at national accounts.
• Handle service complaints and pricing issues, escalating when necessary.
• Support Sales Executives with information and perform daily administrative tasks.
• Travel extensively on a recurring basis to meet customers and prospects.

Required profile

• Working knowledge of traffic, pricing, and national account management.
• Proven experience in sales or account management within transportation or related industries.
• Strong communication, team‑building, and administrative abilities.
• Willingness to travel frequently.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive compensation package.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and one week of vacation after 90 days.
• Access to exclusive employee resorts in Daytona Beach (FL), Big Bear Lake (CA), Pigeon Forge (TN), and Ocean Isle Beach (NC).