At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive business growth by managing client relationships and promoting our SaaS solutions.
- Company: Join DP World, a global leader in trade and logistics.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, personal growth opportunities, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Work from Southampton with flexible options across the UK.
- Why this job: Make an impact in a fast-paced industry while expanding your professional skills.
- Qualifications: Proven sales experience and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
DP World and CNS are looking for a driven Strategic Account Manager to join our team, supporting growth across the UK and Europe. This is a commercially focused role where you’ll take ownership of developing new business, managing client relationships, and driving revenue through the sale of our SaaS solutions. You’ll work closely with the Senior Sales Manager and wider team, playing a key role in expanding CNS’s market presence and enhancing the customer experience. Please note: This role is based from our Southampton port, with an expectation to attend site approximately once per week. We are open to candidates across the UK, so this is not a deal breaker.
How You Will Contribute
- Develop and manage a strong sales pipeline to support consistent business growth.
- Engage with prospective clients to understand their needs and promote CNS SaaS solutions effectively.
- Work collaboratively with the sales team to shape and implement innovative sales strategies.
- Drive customer acquisition and increase product revenue through focused sales activity.
- Generate, manage, and convert incoming leads to maximise opportunities.
- Utilise CRM systems to accurately track sales activity and client interactions.
- Support the expansion of CNS’s presence across the UK and Europe, particularly with products such as CDMS and BEEMS.
- Contribute to improving the overall sales process and customer journey from prospecting through to onboarding.
What You Will Bring
- Proven track record in sales, with experience in pipeline development and client engagement.
- Experience within shipping, logistics, transport, freight forwarding, or a related industry is advantageous.
- Background in customs software or SaaS solutions is highly desirable.
- Strong commercial awareness with experience managing stakeholder relationships.
- Confident communicator with strong presentation and analytical skills.
- Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple opportunities effectively.
- Comfortable working collaboratively within a team environment.
- Experience using CRM systems to manage sales activity is advantageous.
Compensation
DP World offers exciting and challenging roles within a growing international organization. We strive to hire and develop the right people, locally and globally, stimulating personal growth and self-development within an informal atmosphere. We offer a market competitive compensation package.
Strategic Account Manager employer: CNS - Community Network Services
DP World is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at our Southampton port, where innovation and collaboration thrive. With a strong focus on personal growth and development, employees benefit from a market-competitive compensation package and the opportunity to contribute to a global leader in trade and logistics. Join us to be part of a diverse team that is dedicated to transforming the supply chain and enhancing customer experiences across the UK and Europe.
Contact Details:
CNS - Community Network Services Recruitment Team
