At a Glance
- Tasks: Maximise client potential and build strong relationships in a vibrant sales team.
- Company: Leading European freight forwarding company with a dynamic work culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive environment, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Exciting career development opportunities in a fast-paced environment.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and make a real impact in the logistics industry.
- Qualifications: Client-focused experience and excellent communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Our freight forwarding client is a well-established European trailer freight operator and Freight forwarder, a market leader in the provision of European logistics services to a large number of very substantial manufacturers, importers and exporters both in the UK and in Europe.
We are now recruiting for an Internal Sales Executive to join the Freight Forwarding team at their St Albans office. Although working for a freight forwarding/Transport company and experience of working in this sector is desirable, experience is not that relevant, as long as you have worked in a client centric role where the core function has been on client focus, commercial development, communicating issues and having a bright, energetic personality is much more important.
Working as part of a vibrant freight sales team your role will involve:
- Maximising the potential of any new and looking after existing clients.
- Ability to build relationships with your own Clients / Prospects.
- Building a strong personal relationship with new and existing clients.
- Negotiating with clients and suppliers.
- Submitting quotations and then through primarily verbal communication converts to a live job.
- Talking clients through new processes required because of Brexit.
- Account management.
- Attending and participating in commercial meetings and client meetings.
The successful candidate must have:
- Excellent questioning skills.
- Objection handling.
- Sales skills.
Internal Sales Executive employer: Freight Personnel
Join a dynamic and supportive team at our well-established freight forwarder, where your role as a Freight Customs Clerk will be pivotal in delivering exceptional service to our clients. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, we offer competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and regular incentives, all within a collaborative work culture that values your contributions. Located in a thriving area, this position not only provides meaningful work but also the opportunity to develop your skills in a fast-paced environment.
