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Supply Chain Sales Marketing Logistics Compliance Training

What this posting asks for

Level: Manager — The title says "Manager".

Main responsibilities

  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of high-performing Account Executives focused on growing existing client relationships.
  • Develop and execute strategic account growth plans, identifying and capitalizing on opportunities to expand Flexport's services within key client portfolios.
  • Partner cross-functionally with Net New Sales, Operations, and Product teams to ensure seamless client experiences and strategic alignment.
  • Analyze team performance data, implement best practices, and optimize sales processes to drive consistent revenue growth and client retention.
  • Act as an escalation point for complex client challenges, providing expert guidance and solutions to secure long-term partnerships.
  • You should have:
  • 7+ years of progressive experience in sales, account management, or business development roles, with a proven track record of exceeding growth targets.
  • Expertise in developing and executing strategies for account growth, retention, and upsell within a complex B2B environment.
  • Strong understanding of global logistics, supply chain management, or a related complex industry.
  • Demonstrated ability to inspire, motivate, and develop sales talent, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and client-centricity.

Competencies an interviewer will look for

  • Customer focus Core
    In the posting: “Drive exceptional client growth and empower global trade as a Sales Manager at Flexport.” · “The Sales team at Flexport is at the forefront of redefining global trade, empowering our clients to navigate complex supply chains with ease.” · “As a Sales Manager, you will lead and mentor a high-performing team of Account Executives who are dedicated to maximizing growth within our existing client b…”
    Show it by: Puts the customer's need in their own words; Shows a result for the customer, not only for the company.
  • Data and analysis Core
    In the posting: “Analyze team performance data, implement best practices, and optimize sales processes to drive consistent revenue growth and client retention.” · “Global Data Privacy Notice for Job Candidates and Applicants” · “Depending on your location, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) may regulate the way we manage the data …”
    Show it by: Uses a number to describe the situation or the result; Explains what the data showed and what was done with it.
  • Stakeholder management Core
    In the posting: “As a Sales Manager, you will lead and mentor a high-performing team of Account Executives who are dedicated to maximizing growth within our existing client b…” · “Lead, coach, and develop a team of high-performing Account Executives focused on growing existing client relationships.” · “Partner cross-functionally with Net New Sales, Operations, and Product teams to ensure seamless client experiences and strategic alignment.”
    Show it by: Shows how they aligned people with different goals; Explains how they handled a 'no' from someone senior.
  • Teamwork and collaboration Core
    In the posting: “This is an opportunity to directly impact Flexport's mission by fostering client success and expanding our footprint in critical markets, tackling challenges…” · “A fast-paced, supportive, and collaborative work environment where innovation and growth are highly valued.”
    Show it by: Says what they did inside a team, not only what 'we' did; Shows how a disagreement was handled.
  • Leadership and mentoring Core
    In the posting: “As a Sales Manager, you will lead and mentor a high-performing team of Account Executives who are dedicated to maximizing growth within our existing client b…” · “Lead, coach, and develop a team of high-performing Account Executives focused on growing existing client relationships.”
    Show it by: Describes setting direction or a standard others followed; Names someone they coached and what changed for them.
  • Planning and organisation Core
    In the posting: “This is an opportunity to directly impact Flexport's mission by fostering client success and expanding our footprint in critical markets, tackling challenges…” · “A fast-paced, supportive, and collaborative work environment where innovation and growth are highly valued.”
    Show it by: Shows how priorities were set when everything was urgent; Mentions deadlines met and how.
  • Adaptability and learning Supporting
    In the posting: “Base salary is just one part of our total rewards package at Flexport, which also includes bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefit offerings such as medical…”
    Show it by: Describes learning something new quickly and using it; Shows a change of plan and how they adjusted.
  • Attention to detail and quality Supporting
    In the posting: “A 'compliance first' attitude to keep our regulators happy and enthusiastic about Flexport since we operate in a heavily regulated industry.”
    Show it by: Gives an example of an error caught before it caused harm; Names the check or standard they used.

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  1. Tell me about yourself. Dedicated step-by-step practice.
  2. If an interviewer asks something improper How to respond to questions about age, family, origin or health.
  3. Built from this posting (8):
  4. Describe a time you went out of your way to solve a customer's problem. From this posting
  5. Tell me about a time you used data or numbers to make a decision. From this posting
  6. Tell me about a time you had to get agreement from people who wanted different things. From this posting
  7. Describe a time you worked with another team to deliver something. What was your part? From this posting
  8. How have you used supply chain in your work? Walk me through one real example. From this posting
  9. Tell me about a problem you solved using sales. From this posting
  10. Tell me about a time you helped someone on your team get better at their work. From this posting
  11. Describe a time your plans changed suddenly. How did you adjust? From this posting
  12. Tell me about a time a shipment or delivery went wrong.
  13. Tell me about a sale or agreement you are proud of.
  14. Describe a time you handled an upset customer or colleague.
  15. Tell me about a time you had several deadlines at once. How did you decide what to do first?
  16. Give an example of a mistake you caught before it caused a problem.
  17. Tell me about a time you taught someone how to do something.
  18. Describe a time you took the lead without being asked.
  19. Tell me about a time you had to explain something complicated in simple terms.
  20. Describe a process you improved.
  21. Do you have any questions for us?
  22. Why do you want to work here?
  23. Why is there a gap in your employment? Difficult question
  24. Why did you leave your last job? Difficult question
  25. Why are you changing careers? Difficult question
  26. What is your greatest weakness? Difficult question
  27. What are your salary expectations? Difficult question
  28. You seem overqualified for this role. Why do you want it? Difficult question
  29. Improper-question practice: How old are you? / Do you have children? / Where are you from originally?
  30. A customer is angry about a delay you did not cause. What do you do?
  31. How do you keep track of many open customer requests?
  32. Tell me about a time you could not give a customer what they wanted.
  33. You find that the inventory count does not match the system. What do you do?
  34. How do you make sure safety rules are followed on a busy shift?
  35. Two managers ask you to book the same room at the same time. What do you do?
  36. How have you used spreadsheets in your work?
  37. Tell me about a time you had to enter or check a lot of data accurately.
  38. A prospect says your price is too high. How do you respond?
  39. How do you keep your pipeline organised?
  40. Tell me about a technical problem you solved on your own.
  41. You find a bug right before a release. What do you do?
  42. Walk me through how you would check whether a report's numbers are right.