Sales Executive

Freightserve recruitment are looking for a Sales Executive for a well-established Freight company based in the Manchester area.

The role will come under the umbrella of their Manchester office, and whilst it is a hybrid position frequent office attendance will be required. Informal flexible working arrangements (e.g. working from home) would be considered. The role will require frequent travel across several regions, therefore a full UK driving license and access to a vehicle is required.

Duties:-

Focus and drive to achieve targets Identify sales opportunities whilst profiling all new businesses to understand intricately how they can support with freight / customs

Represent the company in the best possible light with internal and external stakeholders

Proactively scope new business opportunities

Track & manage the CRM system, ensuring ongoing liaison with existing clients & follow up of prospective customers

Demonstrate a track record of developing and enhancing current client portfolios

Liaise with customers, suppliers and overseas agents

Demonstrate technical selling skills and product knowledge

Display excellent communication skills that include the ability to influence and negotiate where required

Assist the Head of Sales in the execution of their duties in support of the Managing Director's vision of the company to become more competitive and profitable

Sell services by meeting customers off site at least 3 days per week.

Report and record sales pipeline activities.

Prepare reports for prospects and pipeline profitability.

Required experience:-

Working experience in sales, within the freight industry

Knowledge and experience of Import/Export multimodal business

Demonstrate high quality communication skills along with good presentation skills

Proficient with Microsoft packages especially Excel as well as have general PC knowledge

Good understanding of logistics processes and procedures

As an agency we are fast becoming the number one Freight recruitment specialist. We have a fast growing reputation with most Freight related companies. Freightserve has been established since 1992 working within the Freight Forwarding and Shipping industry