At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive sales and manage accounts in the dynamic world of logistics.
- Company: Join Kuehne+Nagel, a global leader in logistics with a strong heritage.
- Benefits: Enjoy a company car, pension plan, and wellness support for you and your family.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team that values growth, innovation, and accountability.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by delivering essential goods and services worldwide.
- Qualifications: Sales experience preferred; passion for logistics and customer care is key.
The predicted salary is between 29700 - 36300 £ per year.
As a member of the Freight Forwarding team at Kuehne+Nagel, you will play a key role in transporting goods, optimising processes, and fulfilling our customers' promises. By transporting medicines, toys, and important machine parts, you are not only delivering goods but also making small and big moments possible for people all around the world.
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!
Responsibilities:
- Generate new prospect leads and new accounts over the telephone and face-to-face.
- Involve in 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’re 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 KPI’s.
- GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above (or equivalent).
- Strong administration and organisation skills.
- Full Driving License.
What's in it for you:
- Join the contributory Kuehne + Nagel pension plan.
- Enjoy our Route 2 Rewards scheme which offers discounts, benefit information, recognition, and its own wellbeing center.
- Access to 24/7 GP, legal and financial advice along with mental health counselling through our employee assistance program.
- Company Car for a hassle-free commute.
At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world. We offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference.
Road Logistics Sales Account Manager employer: Kühne + Nagel
At Kuehne+Nagel, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the contributions of our team members. As an Event Coordinator, you will enjoy a supportive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing through our comprehensive benefits package, including a contributory pension plan and access to mental health resources. With opportunities for travel and professional growth within a global leader in logistics, your role will not only be rewarding but also impactful, helping to create meaningful moments for people around the world.
