Industrial Sales Manager

At APL Logistics, we are a company that focuses on connecting supply chains across Retail, Consumer, Industrial & Automotive sectors , globally .
At the heart of our offering is a global, cross-functional ability to manage customer orders from origin all the way to destination via a network of global professionals.

Join us and discover how our business within this industry is dependent on our network of passionate colleagues, clients, and partners.

Right now, we are looking for a new colleague to join our EMEA Business Development Team in the position of Solutions Sales Manager, UK.

You will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities to drive company growth, establishing relationships with prospective clients, developing sales strategies, and ultimately securing new customers in the UK to help us grow, by:

Building a robust sales pipeline using various methods to identify and reach targeted customers; working closely with marketing and sales support on outreach strategies
Closing the sale & onboarding the new customer; supporting the implementation team to successfully onboard your new customers into APL Logistics
Updating the customer data in the CRM (Salesforce) providing visibility of status and next steps; enabling accurate sales management reporting
Providing insights into UK Customer and Competitor developments , managing sales leads from our Global network, and aligning effort with our parent company KWE as and when relevant

Successful track record in business development and solutions sales roles within the 3rd Party Logistics and Freight Forwarding sectors
Experience in order management / supply chain management sales is a must
Strong understanding of the solution sales cycle and sales techniques
Experience in the retail & lifestyle sectors is a distinct advantage
Results-oriented with a proven track record of achieving new business sales targets
Ability to successfully network and engage at all levels within an organisation
Bachelor\’s degree or equivalent experience.

Sales incentive scheme with uncapped commission
Eligibility to join the company pensions scheme
Remote working in the UK, office location in London Stratford
Regular training and personal development opportunities

To learn more about APL Logistics please do visit APLL website and find us on social media.