Sales Manager - Commercial

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.