Road Logistics Sales Executive

Are you passionate about sales and looking to make a real impact in the world of logistics? We are seeking a dynamic Freight Account Manager to join our market-leading International Road Logistics team. If you're driven to win new business, deliver exceptional service, and help our clients thrive, we want to hear from you!

We are currently recruiting for a Freight Account Manager to join our highly successful team. Due to continued growth and investment, we are seeking a Sales Executive who will be responsible for generating new business and promoting our freight services to both potential clients and existing customers. This role will encompass full account management, from initial telesales through to delivery, with the Account Manager expected to drive profit growth through effective customer management.

We are looking for enthusiastic, innovative, and motivated individuals with a genuine passion for sales. The ideal candidate will go the extra mile to understand the unique needs of each customer, providing a tailored account management service that adds real value to their business. The role also requires offering unrivalled accountability within the industry.

How you create impact:

• Generate new prospect leads and new accounts over the telephone and face-to-face.
• Role will involve Telesales, Face to Face selling (B2B), Negotiations and Presentations.
• Consistently grow the gross profit and achieve the targets as set out in the Account Manager Scheme.
• Achieve Sales productivity and revenue targets.
• Provide a high level of internal and external customer care.
• Provide customers with accurate and cost-effective quotations.
• Prepare weekly/monthly figures of sales activity as instructed by the Branch Manager.

What we would like you to bring:

• Experience working in a proactive telesales or cold calling sales role ideally with Outbound telesales experience.
• Previous logistics experience is beneficial, but we are equally open to motivated individuals looking to step into the sector.
• Experience of generating own sales leads would be beneficial.
• Experience of working to targets and KPIs.
• GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above (or equivalent).
• Strong administration and organisation skills.
• Ability to influence others.
• Full Driving License.

What's in it for you:

• You can join the contributory Kuehne + Nagel pension plan and enjoy our Route 2 Rewards scheme which offers everything from discounts, benefit information, recognition and its own wellbeing center.
• We care for our colleagues (and their immediate family) with our employee assistance program providing access to 24/7 GP, legal and financial advice along with mental health counselling.
• Company Car: Enjoy a hassle-free commute with a company car.
• As well as our competitive pay rates and superb training opportunities, we also offer a great working environment: You will be respected and valued if you work for us and have genuine opportunities to progress and develop.
• 26 days holidays plus bank holidays.
• 2 volunteering days per year.
• 3 x Life Assurance Option if you join the KN Route2 pension scheme.
• A tailored personal development and training programme.
• Trusted and empowered to deliver and be your best.
• We are happy to talk about flexible working.
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave.
• Childcare Vouchers.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Discount on high street stores and local supermarkets (Tesco, Asda, Sainsburys & more).
• Refer a friend scheme.

As proud holders of the Gold Covenant, we are a forces-friendly employer who recognise the skills, expertise and value service leavers bring to our organisation.