Jeff Baksa

Commander
DISC Type : D

Transportation Manager I at NFI

Hazleton, Pennsylvania, United States

Overview

Jeff Baksa is a seasoned logistics executive with over 30 years of experience managing freight operations and sales for companies like NFI, Yellow, and FedEx. A University of Michigan-Flint alumnus, he has a proven track record of enhancing profitability and team leadership. Colleagues describe him as well-organized with a tireless work ethic.


He holds certifications in Project Management for budgets and corporate entrepreneurship, showcasing a commitment to continuous learning and business innovation.

Personality Overview

Impact-Driven

Candid & Clear

Very Quick

They are less concerned about the product and more about its potential impact.  They respond well to strong and respectful communication. They do not care very much about building rapport or relationships.

Topics They Care About

Freight Operations
Has extensive experience directing high-volume terminals and multi-site dedicated fleet networks, focusing on service excellence and cost efficiency.
Customer Retention
Managed corporate account satisfaction and retention for YRC Worldwide, focusing on strategic account reviews and promoting logistics solutions to drive organic growth.
Team Leadership
He has shared content about the importance of keeping teams resilient and moving forward, reflecting his focus on effective management and employee development.

Media Appearances

Jeff has no verified media appearances

Work History

10-2021 - 4-2025
Transportation Manager I at NFI
7-2020 - 8-2021
Terminal Manager - YRC Freight at Yellow
11-2019 - 7-2020
Corporate Customer Experience Manager - YRC Worldwide at Yellow
4-2018 - 11-2019
Corporate Account Executive - YRC Regional Transportation at Yellow
8-2011 - 8-2017
Service Center Manager at FedEx Freight

Education

9-1986 - 5-1990
Bachelor of Business Administration from University of Michigan-Flint School of Management
9-1984 - 5-1986
Associate's degree from Mott Community College

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Insights For Selling To Jeff

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Be respectful but crisp
  • Use phrases like ‘it’s your decision’, ‘strategic impact’ etc.
  • Help them weigh the risks by sharing objective proof points without becoming too analytical

DONT's

  • Avoid being too verbose
  • Don’t be in a rush to invite them for a social meet and greet
  • Do not spend too much time focusing on product tech or features

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Jeff is

  • Confidence in impact is paramount to them, followed by a sense of achievement and ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Jeff

  • If they decide not to go ahead, they will say no without hesitation.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Jeff move?

  • If convinced, they can reach decisions quite fast.
  • Can Jeff take some risk or not?

  • They do not shy away from taking risks, but can be quite binary about them.

You And Jeff

Personality Compatibility


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