Job Title: Business Development Sales Executive - Field Based role, ideally situated in South East England, with travel to client sites across South England. Our client are a well-established and leading global logistics provider, with a very rich history within the Logistics and Freight Forwarding sector. This role represents a superb opportunity for an experienced Business Development/Sales Executive, with a passion for sales, to fulfil a pivotal sales role for the Southern England region. The primary goal is to secure new customers and develop existing customers to drive revenue and growth targets. The role will require prospecting, making new business calls, setting appointments, creating proposals and closing new business. Excellent Company Benefits: - Salary, circa £55k base + Commission - 33 Days Paid Annual Leave (inc Bank Holidays) - Company Pension - Car Allowance - Cashback scheme - Group Income Protection Scheme KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND OBJECTIVES Create a plan of sales appointments with prospect, developing and existing clients with a game plan to engage and secure opportunities Develop all necessary procedures and processes to ensure that the sales function operates efficiently and effectively and achieves objectives Create and identify new business opportunities Contact new and existing clients either by face to face meetings, telephone calls or networking Prepare presentations, pitches and proposals for prospective clients Setting your own appointments and managing your own time Required to sell air and sea freight services both imports and exports Support Business Development on Sales Meetings Provide progress reports/updates via company CRM system Develop and maintain relationships with key customers and other relevant bodies to ensure that the company s maximum sales potential is realised in your area Monitor the sales performance of competitors to ensure the company maintains and develops its competitive position Skills/Experience Required: Freight/Logistics experience is Essential - Project forwarding experience Desirable Ability to work on your own and use own initiative Full UK Driving Licence required Good Freight Logistics market knowledge required Travel in the UK required Computer Literate Sales/Business Development Experience Experienced and motivated in sales A pro-active, solutions focused approach Able to plan as well as work to; and meet deadlines Commercial, Enthusiastic, Entrepreneurial Personal Attributes: Excellent Telephone manner Strong Communication and Interpersonal skills Excellent negotiation skills Resilient character, with a positive approach to Business Development Please apply now for immediate consideration, as this role offers an immediate start and excellent career prospects.
Aug 05, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Business Development Sales Executive - Field Based role, ideally situated in South East England, with travel to client sites across South England. Our client are a well-established and leading global logistics provider, with a very rich history within the Logistics and Freight Forwarding sector. This role represents a superb opportunity for an experienced Business Development/Sales Executive, with a passion for sales, to fulfil a pivotal sales role for the Southern England region. The primary goal is to secure new customers and develop existing customers to drive revenue and growth targets. The role will require prospecting, making new business calls, setting appointments, creating proposals and closing new business. Excellent Company Benefits: - Salary, circa £55k base + Commission - 33 Days Paid Annual Leave (inc Bank Holidays) - Company Pension - Car Allowance - Cashback scheme - Group Income Protection Scheme KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND OBJECTIVES Create a plan of sales appointments with prospect, developing and existing clients with a game plan to engage and secure opportunities Develop all necessary procedures and processes to ensure that the sales function operates efficiently and effectively and achieves objectives Create and identify new business opportunities Contact new and existing clients either by face to face meetings, telephone calls or networking Prepare presentations, pitches and proposals for prospective clients Setting your own appointments and managing your own time Required to sell air and sea freight services both imports and exports Support Business Development on Sales Meetings Provide progress reports/updates via company CRM system Develop and maintain relationships with key customers and other relevant bodies to ensure that the company s maximum sales potential is realised in your area Monitor the sales performance of competitors to ensure the company maintains and develops its competitive position Skills/Experience Required: Freight/Logistics experience is Essential - Project forwarding experience Desirable Ability to work on your own and use own initiative Full UK Driving Licence required Good Freight Logistics market knowledge required Travel in the UK required Computer Literate Sales/Business Development Experience Experienced and motivated in sales A pro-active, solutions focused approach Able to plan as well as work to; and meet deadlines Commercial, Enthusiastic, Entrepreneurial Personal Attributes: Excellent Telephone manner Strong Communication and Interpersonal skills Excellent negotiation skills Resilient character, with a positive approach to Business Development Please apply now for immediate consideration, as this role offers an immediate start and excellent career prospects.
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Northampton, Northamptonshire
Field Sales Executive (Transport) 29,000 - 32,000 DOE + Commission + Progression + Car Allowance + Company Benefits Northampton Do you have experience in sales and business development within the transport and logistics sectors? Are you looking to join a growing logistics company, offering an excellent remuneration package, training and development to progress your business development career? On offer is the opportunity to join a specialist logistics company, operating nationwide. They offer dedicated end-to-end services for customers, providing e-commerce fulfilment and warehousing to on-board couriers, managing cargo across air, sea, road and rail. The company has extensive connections across the world, partnering with internation logistics companies to manage complex journeys. In this role you will be working with the sakes team to identify and source new business opportunities, generating new sales and developing relationships with existing clients. With a generous commission structure, your work will be rewarded and you will receive the necessary training and support to meet targets and KPIs. The Role: Identify and source opportunities for growth and business development Meet sales targets and present business development reports Outreach to new customers and onboard customers from leads generated within the operations teams Develop new sales across the logistics sector The Person: Sales or business development experience within the road freight/logistics sectors Commutable to Northampton Reference Number: BBBH20116a Key Words: Sales, Business Development, Freight Forwarding, International Freight Forwarding, Transport, Road Freight, Logistics, Business Development Manager If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
Jul 30, 2025
Full time
Field Sales Executive (Transport) 29,000 - 32,000 DOE + Commission + Progression + Car Allowance + Company Benefits Northampton Do you have experience in sales and business development within the transport and logistics sectors? Are you looking to join a growing logistics company, offering an excellent remuneration package, training and development to progress your business development career? On offer is the opportunity to join a specialist logistics company, operating nationwide. They offer dedicated end-to-end services for customers, providing e-commerce fulfilment and warehousing to on-board couriers, managing cargo across air, sea, road and rail. The company has extensive connections across the world, partnering with internation logistics companies to manage complex journeys. In this role you will be working with the sakes team to identify and source new business opportunities, generating new sales and developing relationships with existing clients. With a generous commission structure, your work will be rewarded and you will receive the necessary training and support to meet targets and KPIs. The Role: Identify and source opportunities for growth and business development Meet sales targets and present business development reports Outreach to new customers and onboard customers from leads generated within the operations teams Develop new sales across the logistics sector The Person: Sales or business development experience within the road freight/logistics sectors Commutable to Northampton Reference Number: BBBH20116a Key Words: Sales, Business Development, Freight Forwarding, International Freight Forwarding, Transport, Road Freight, Logistics, Business Development Manager If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Northampton, Northamptonshire
Field Sales Executive (Freight/Logistics) 35,000 - 39,000 + Commission + Progression + Car Allowance + Company Benefits Northampton Do you have experience in sales and business development within the transport and logistics sectors? Are you looking to join a growing logistics company, offering an excellent remuneration package, training and development to progress your business development career? On offer is the opportunity to join a specialist logistics company, operating nationwide. They offer dedicated end-to-end services for customers, providing e-commerce fulfilment and warehousing to on-board couriers, managing cargo across air, sea, road and rail. The company has extensive connections across the world, partnering with internation logistics companies to manage complex journeys. In this role you will be working with the sakes team to identify and source new business opportunities, generating new sales and developing relationships with existing clients. With a generous commission structure, your work will be rewarded and you will receive the necessary training and support to meet targets and KPIs. The Role: Identify and source opportunities for growth and business development Meet sales targets and present business development reports Outreach to new customers and onboard customers from leads generated within the operations teams Develop new sales across the logistics sector The Person: Sales or business development experience within the road freight/logistics sectors Commutable to Northampton Reference Number: BBBH20116a Key Words: Sales, Business Development, Freight Forwarding, International Freight Forwarding, Transport, Road Freight, Logistics, Business Development Manager If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
Jul 25, 2025
Full time
Field Sales Executive (Freight/Logistics) 35,000 - 39,000 + Commission + Progression + Car Allowance + Company Benefits Northampton Do you have experience in sales and business development within the transport and logistics sectors? Are you looking to join a growing logistics company, offering an excellent remuneration package, training and development to progress your business development career? On offer is the opportunity to join a specialist logistics company, operating nationwide. They offer dedicated end-to-end services for customers, providing e-commerce fulfilment and warehousing to on-board couriers, managing cargo across air, sea, road and rail. The company has extensive connections across the world, partnering with internation logistics companies to manage complex journeys. In this role you will be working with the sakes team to identify and source new business opportunities, generating new sales and developing relationships with existing clients. With a generous commission structure, your work will be rewarded and you will receive the necessary training and support to meet targets and KPIs. The Role: Identify and source opportunities for growth and business development Meet sales targets and present business development reports Outreach to new customers and onboard customers from leads generated within the operations teams Develop new sales across the logistics sector The Person: Sales or business development experience within the road freight/logistics sectors Commutable to Northampton Reference Number: BBBH20116a Key Words: Sales, Business Development, Freight Forwarding, International Freight Forwarding, Transport, Road Freight, Logistics, Business Development Manager If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
We are supporting a growing company who are looking for a Sales Executive to be based in their Basildon office, working Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.30pm (with a one-hour unpaid lunch). The salary is up to 40,000 depending on your experience, with a 5,000 annual car allowance. This will be a remote position with the ability to work flexibly, including some office attendance, so you must be within a commutable distance to Basildon. You must hold a full UK driving license with full access to a vehicle as you will be required to frequently travel across several regions. You will also receive a competitive bonus structure based on targets and company growth. Duties will include: Proactively identifying new business opportunities Liaise with customers, suppliers, and overseas clients/agents Utilise your sales and communication skills to influence and negotiate Liaise and build rapport with existing clients & follow up of prospective customers Represent the company professionally with both internal and external stakeholders Track & manage the CRM system Demonstrate a proven ability to develop and enhance client portfolios To be successful you must be a skilled sales individual with the ability to focus and work proactively to achieve targets, ideally with a good understanding of logistics processes and procedures. You must be able to independently prioritise and organise your own workload, with good attention to details. Ideally you will have freight industry knowledge with experience of importing and exporting, although this is not essential if you possess strong sales skills within a logistics background. This incredible company are very well established and respected in their industry field, looking for a positive and professional individual who will be proud to represent the company to continue its excellent growth potential. In return for your hard work you will also be offered a generous benefits package to include 20 days annual leave + bank holidays, yearly pension review, car allowance, confidential EAP platform for you and your immediate family members, holiday loyalty days, access to employee retails discounts and benefits, Independent financial advice and additionally after completing service you will also be entitled to death in service, private medical scheme, company pension plans and more! This is a company that will treat you as one of the family and value everything you do, rather than include you as a number. If you are looking for a company where you will be able to make an impact while being rewarded and treated well then click apply now to hear more! Huntress does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. PLEASE NOTE! You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to your situation before applying for any jobs. We are acting as a Recruitment Business in relation to this role.
Feb 20, 2025
Full time
We are supporting a growing company who are looking for a Sales Executive to be based in their Basildon office, working Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.30pm (with a one-hour unpaid lunch). The salary is up to 40,000 depending on your experience, with a 5,000 annual car allowance. This will be a remote position with the ability to work flexibly, including some office attendance, so you must be within a commutable distance to Basildon. You must hold a full UK driving license with full access to a vehicle as you will be required to frequently travel across several regions. You will also receive a competitive bonus structure based on targets and company growth. Duties will include: Proactively identifying new business opportunities Liaise with customers, suppliers, and overseas clients/agents Utilise your sales and communication skills to influence and negotiate Liaise and build rapport with existing clients & follow up of prospective customers Represent the company professionally with both internal and external stakeholders Track & manage the CRM system Demonstrate a proven ability to develop and enhance client portfolios To be successful you must be a skilled sales individual with the ability to focus and work proactively to achieve targets, ideally with a good understanding of logistics processes and procedures. You must be able to independently prioritise and organise your own workload, with good attention to details. Ideally you will have freight industry knowledge with experience of importing and exporting, although this is not essential if you possess strong sales skills within a logistics background. This incredible company are very well established and respected in their industry field, looking for a positive and professional individual who will be proud to represent the company to continue its excellent growth potential. In return for your hard work you will also be offered a generous benefits package to include 20 days annual leave + bank holidays, yearly pension review, car allowance, confidential EAP platform for you and your immediate family members, holiday loyalty days, access to employee retails discounts and benefits, Independent financial advice and additionally after completing service you will also be entitled to death in service, private medical scheme, company pension plans and more! This is a company that will treat you as one of the family and value everything you do, rather than include you as a number. If you are looking for a company where you will be able to make an impact while being rewarded and treated well then click apply now to hear more! Huntress does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. PLEASE NOTE! You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to your situation before applying for any jobs. We are acting as a Recruitment Business in relation to this role.
Our client are a Sameday Courier / Bespoke Transport, dedicated vehicles, Haulage and Warehouse Solutions business based in Northampton who are now looking for a Field Sales Executive to join their expanding business. The clioent would also consider candidates living in Leicester, Peterbrough, Luton, Milton Keynes, Huntingdon and Hemel As a Sales Executive you will be pro-actively be prospecting and winning new business opportunities with high value clients. Selling these renowned Bespoke Transport Solution Courier Services/Logistic Services/Delivery Services. - Achieve New Business Revenue of 200,000 to 350,000 depending on experience and salary using tracker tool to monitor progress. - Generate 15 New Leads per week - Sign 2 New Accounts per Month that make at least 1 Same Day booking per day (average 150 per day revenue) capturing on Google Sheet, and Sales Report. - Track progress of signed customer monitoring spend using daily spread sheets, and actioning if not trading to profile. - Conduct regular (at least once every 6 weeks) service meetings with signed customers to maintain relationship. - Send 30 cold call/ intro emails each week recording who you have sent them to upon the Sales Report. - To make time in your diary for at least one cold calling day per week making 25 quality calls, and recording the actions, and then following up accordingly. - Core focus to be placed on NN postcodes - Build a robust pipeline of at least 20 potential Same Day customers, the list is to include at least 2 High Profile clients, the list is to be kept up to date, and relative. - Increase Company profile via Linkedin, Instagram, Cold Calling, etc. The company have 44 vehicles in the fleet from small vans to 7.5 Tonne, but have access to bigger vehicles also The Candidate The ideal Sales Executive will have a proven sales track record within the Sameday Courier , Express Parcels, Pallet Distribution, Transport Solutions, Logistics or Freight Forwarding. Alternative backgrounds would be considered as long as applicants have a strong sales background in B2B sales particularly selling to the Healthcare and Print Industries It is ESSENTIAL you are an experienced new business hunter with a background of successfully winning clients and have good knowledge of the Northampton and surrounding area. Telesales backgrounds will be considered and their is a fantastic opportunity to earn good commission and build a career with a team behind you Growing and a big opportunity to build their own team Salary negotiable for the right person, but will range from 30k to 40k plus car allowance and excellent commission scheme
Feb 05, 2025
Full time
Our client are a Sameday Courier / Bespoke Transport, dedicated vehicles, Haulage and Warehouse Solutions business based in Northampton who are now looking for a Field Sales Executive to join their expanding business. The clioent would also consider candidates living in Leicester, Peterbrough, Luton, Milton Keynes, Huntingdon and Hemel As a Sales Executive you will be pro-actively be prospecting and winning new business opportunities with high value clients. Selling these renowned Bespoke Transport Solution Courier Services/Logistic Services/Delivery Services. - Achieve New Business Revenue of 200,000 to 350,000 depending on experience and salary using tracker tool to monitor progress. - Generate 15 New Leads per week - Sign 2 New Accounts per Month that make at least 1 Same Day booking per day (average 150 per day revenue) capturing on Google Sheet, and Sales Report. - Track progress of signed customer monitoring spend using daily spread sheets, and actioning if not trading to profile. - Conduct regular (at least once every 6 weeks) service meetings with signed customers to maintain relationship. - Send 30 cold call/ intro emails each week recording who you have sent them to upon the Sales Report. - To make time in your diary for at least one cold calling day per week making 25 quality calls, and recording the actions, and then following up accordingly. - Core focus to be placed on NN postcodes - Build a robust pipeline of at least 20 potential Same Day customers, the list is to include at least 2 High Profile clients, the list is to be kept up to date, and relative. - Increase Company profile via Linkedin, Instagram, Cold Calling, etc. The company have 44 vehicles in the fleet from small vans to 7.5 Tonne, but have access to bigger vehicles also The Candidate The ideal Sales Executive will have a proven sales track record within the Sameday Courier , Express Parcels, Pallet Distribution, Transport Solutions, Logistics or Freight Forwarding. Alternative backgrounds would be considered as long as applicants have a strong sales background in B2B sales particularly selling to the Healthcare and Print Industries It is ESSENTIAL you are an experienced new business hunter with a background of successfully winning clients and have good knowledge of the Northampton and surrounding area. Telesales backgrounds will be considered and their is a fantastic opportunity to earn good commission and build a career with a team behind you Growing and a big opportunity to build their own team Salary negotiable for the right person, but will range from 30k to 40k plus car allowance and excellent commission scheme
Brook Street Recruitment is working on behalf of our Belfast client - a well-known and long-established Freight Forwarding company - they are currently seeking to recruit an experienced Freight Sales Executive to join their expanding business. Applicants for this role will be responsible for business development and selling freight forwarding solutions to both new and existing clients. The role will be a mox of office and field based sales Responsibilities: Responisble to identify and pursue new sales opportunities within the freight industry# Develop and maintain relationships with existing clients via phone and face to face Be flexible in working both in the office and out in the field. Manage the internal CRM system and liaise with customers, suppliers and overseas agents Communicate technical information and negotiate effectively Work independently and as part of a team to meet sales targets Source your own business leads and act on those provided by Sales and Operations colleagues. Generate new sales, this includes FCL / LCL sea freight both import and export. Criteria Must have previous proven sales experience within the freight forwarding industry Good overall knowledge of the global freight industry. Sound knowledge of import/export multimodal freight forwarding business and logistics procedures. Excellent communication and presentation skills - good negotiation skills. A strong team player with a friendly personality. Ability to prepare accurate and detailed quotations. Excellent English and Maths skills. Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle. Proficient in using Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel. Attractive Salary - based on experience. Benefits: Choose between company car or car allowance, Free on-site Parking, Company Group Pension Scheme, Health Care Cover. Laptop & Mobile Phone provided Salary will depend on background Please send CV to Colleen Farquharson via the apply link Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Feb 05, 2025
Full time
Brook Street Recruitment is working on behalf of our Belfast client - a well-known and long-established Freight Forwarding company - they are currently seeking to recruit an experienced Freight Sales Executive to join their expanding business. Applicants for this role will be responsible for business development and selling freight forwarding solutions to both new and existing clients. The role will be a mox of office and field based sales Responsibilities: Responisble to identify and pursue new sales opportunities within the freight industry# Develop and maintain relationships with existing clients via phone and face to face Be flexible in working both in the office and out in the field. Manage the internal CRM system and liaise with customers, suppliers and overseas agents Communicate technical information and negotiate effectively Work independently and as part of a team to meet sales targets Source your own business leads and act on those provided by Sales and Operations colleagues. Generate new sales, this includes FCL / LCL sea freight both import and export. Criteria Must have previous proven sales experience within the freight forwarding industry Good overall knowledge of the global freight industry. Sound knowledge of import/export multimodal freight forwarding business and logistics procedures. Excellent communication and presentation skills - good negotiation skills. A strong team player with a friendly personality. Ability to prepare accurate and detailed quotations. Excellent English and Maths skills. Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle. Proficient in using Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel. Attractive Salary - based on experience. Benefits: Choose between company car or car allowance, Free on-site Parking, Company Group Pension Scheme, Health Care Cover. Laptop & Mobile Phone provided Salary will depend on background Please send CV to Colleen Farquharson via the apply link Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Position: Business Development Executive - Freight Forwarding Location: Leeds (Flexible: Office, Home, & Field-based) Salary: up to 35,000 + bonuses Hours: Mon - Fri 8:30am - 17:00pm Are you a freight forwarding aficionado with a knack for business development and account management? Do you know your air, ocean, or road freight like the back of your hand? Well, pack your bags (metaphorically-we're a freight company, not a travel agency) because this is the opportunity you've been waiting for! Join a leading freight group in Leeds and become the driving force behind the growth of our business. We're seeking a dynamic, results-driven Business Development Executive who is ready to make waves in the world of freight forwarding. Whether you've got experience in internal freight sales, freight operations, field-based business development, or account management for air, ocean, or road freight, we want you to take the wheel! The role: Work closely with our Business Development Manager to help drive business growth and retention. Identify and unlock new business opportunities in the freight forwarding sector. Cultivate and manage key client relationships to ensure long-term success. Be the face of the company in the field, building relationships with customers and stakeholders. Collaborate with internal teams to create tailored solutions for customers across air, ocean, and road freight. Meet and exceed sales targets (and celebrate those wins, because we're all about success!). What we're looking for: A dynamic, motivated sales minded freight professional A background in internal freight sales, field-based business development, or freight operations/account management (bonus points for air, ocean, or road freight experience). Strong communication and negotiation skills (because let's face it, you're the person everyone will turn to for answers). A self-starter who thrives in both independent and collaborative work environments. A strategic thinker with a creative edge (because let's make this industry even more exciting). What's in it for you? Flexibility in where and how you work: Office, home, or on the move-take your pick. The chance to work with a market leader in freight forwarding. Competitive salary and benefits including not 1 but 2 bonus schemes! A supportive, energetic team ready to help you succeed. The opportunity to carve out your niche in a fast-paced, ever-evolving industry. WR Logistics are the recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Jan 29, 2025
Full time
Position: Business Development Executive - Freight Forwarding Location: Leeds (Flexible: Office, Home, & Field-based) Salary: up to 35,000 + bonuses Hours: Mon - Fri 8:30am - 17:00pm Are you a freight forwarding aficionado with a knack for business development and account management? Do you know your air, ocean, or road freight like the back of your hand? Well, pack your bags (metaphorically-we're a freight company, not a travel agency) because this is the opportunity you've been waiting for! Join a leading freight group in Leeds and become the driving force behind the growth of our business. We're seeking a dynamic, results-driven Business Development Executive who is ready to make waves in the world of freight forwarding. Whether you've got experience in internal freight sales, freight operations, field-based business development, or account management for air, ocean, or road freight, we want you to take the wheel! The role: Work closely with our Business Development Manager to help drive business growth and retention. Identify and unlock new business opportunities in the freight forwarding sector. Cultivate and manage key client relationships to ensure long-term success. Be the face of the company in the field, building relationships with customers and stakeholders. Collaborate with internal teams to create tailored solutions for customers across air, ocean, and road freight. Meet and exceed sales targets (and celebrate those wins, because we're all about success!). What we're looking for: A dynamic, motivated sales minded freight professional A background in internal freight sales, field-based business development, or freight operations/account management (bonus points for air, ocean, or road freight experience). Strong communication and negotiation skills (because let's face it, you're the person everyone will turn to for answers). A self-starter who thrives in both independent and collaborative work environments. A strategic thinker with a creative edge (because let's make this industry even more exciting). What's in it for you? Flexibility in where and how you work: Office, home, or on the move-take your pick. The chance to work with a market leader in freight forwarding. Competitive salary and benefits including not 1 but 2 bonus schemes! A supportive, energetic team ready to help you succeed. The opportunity to carve out your niche in a fast-paced, ever-evolving industry. WR Logistics are the recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
MP Smarter Travel is a highly respected sustainable transport consultancy working with businesses, local communities, and schools to support walking, cycling and other sustainable transport initiatives. MP Smarter Travel s work is centred around three key values: Freedom, Contribution and Community. About the role Due to continued success and an exciting pipeline of projects, we are looking to appoint a Senior Consultant who will complement our fantastic team of professionals. You will provide high quality project management and delivery across a range of projects offering a great opportunity to accelerate your career in sustainable transport. We offer excellent training and professional development with a clear career path as you progress within the business. You will also play and active role in client management, business development and staff mentoring, whilst delivering impact-driven projects. Based in the vibrant Southbank area of London we have a busy, friendly office and an active social scene with regular staff events. Flexible working options are also available. We want to make a tangible difference and spend our time engaging a huge range of communities. We believe we do a better job when our staff are as diverse as the audiences we speak with, we therefore encourage applications from all backgrounds. About you We are looking for a professional with experience in project delivery within a relevant field that could include; Sustainable Transport Transport Planning Environmental, social and corporate governance Freight & logistics Community engagement Air quality An environmentally focused sales role You ll be an outgoing and confident people person who is comfortable speaking on the phone and in-person. You will have excellent spoken and written communications skills, organisational skills, and attention to detail. We value all the following experience: Essential: Professional experience in a related field A degree-level education (or equivalent) Optional experience: Previous experience using technical tools e.g. CAD, GIS & EXCEL Project management A background in sales or customer service Creative experience through marketing & promotions. Role and responsibilities: Contribute to a variety of projects including cargo bike promotion, air quality monitoring and education. Project manage multiple projects. Design and help secure new opportunities. Provide mentoring and support for more junior members of staff. Collaborate with more senior members of staff to improve the business. Provide input for our website, project tracking tool, CRM and social media accounts. Attend networking events and client meetings to help build expertise. We offer Annual salary 33,000 - 37,000 (base) (Bands S1-S3) dependant on experience. Enrolment in the company wide bonus structure (following 3 months of employment) Quarterly budget to fund tailored staff training Target-based quarterly team celebrations If this sounds of interest, we would love to hear from you. Please apply via the link to include a cover letter and your latest cv. Please be assured all communications will be in the strictest of confidence. The deadline for applications - 29th January. please note we cannot offer sponsorship.
Feb 01, 2024
Full time
MP Smarter Travel is a highly respected sustainable transport consultancy working with businesses, local communities, and schools to support walking, cycling and other sustainable transport initiatives. MP Smarter Travel s work is centred around three key values: Freedom, Contribution and Community. About the role Due to continued success and an exciting pipeline of projects, we are looking to appoint a Senior Consultant who will complement our fantastic team of professionals. You will provide high quality project management and delivery across a range of projects offering a great opportunity to accelerate your career in sustainable transport. We offer excellent training and professional development with a clear career path as you progress within the business. You will also play and active role in client management, business development and staff mentoring, whilst delivering impact-driven projects. Based in the vibrant Southbank area of London we have a busy, friendly office and an active social scene with regular staff events. Flexible working options are also available. We want to make a tangible difference and spend our time engaging a huge range of communities. We believe we do a better job when our staff are as diverse as the audiences we speak with, we therefore encourage applications from all backgrounds. About you We are looking for a professional with experience in project delivery within a relevant field that could include; Sustainable Transport Transport Planning Environmental, social and corporate governance Freight & logistics Community engagement Air quality An environmentally focused sales role You ll be an outgoing and confident people person who is comfortable speaking on the phone and in-person. You will have excellent spoken and written communications skills, organisational skills, and attention to detail. We value all the following experience: Essential: Professional experience in a related field A degree-level education (or equivalent) Optional experience: Previous experience using technical tools e.g. CAD, GIS & EXCEL Project management A background in sales or customer service Creative experience through marketing & promotions. Role and responsibilities: Contribute to a variety of projects including cargo bike promotion, air quality monitoring and education. Project manage multiple projects. Design and help secure new opportunities. Provide mentoring and support for more junior members of staff. Collaborate with more senior members of staff to improve the business. Provide input for our website, project tracking tool, CRM and social media accounts. Attend networking events and client meetings to help build expertise. We offer Annual salary 33,000 - 37,000 (base) (Bands S1-S3) dependant on experience. Enrolment in the company wide bonus structure (following 3 months of employment) Quarterly budget to fund tailored staff training Target-based quarterly team celebrations If this sounds of interest, we would love to hear from you. Please apply via the link to include a cover letter and your latest cv. Please be assured all communications will be in the strictest of confidence. The deadline for applications - 29th January. please note we cannot offer sponsorship.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a SENIOR SALES EXECUTIVE / DEPOT SALES MANAGER covering our clients WEST YORKSHIRE depot in LEEDSThe depots service the whole area of LEEDS and WEST YORKSHIRE area including the LS, BD, WF and HX postcode areas of WEST YORKSHIREThe role itself reports directly to the Area Sales Manager, you'll support a specific, or small number of our clients depots, in ensuring they win and retain profitable local new business, in line with regional and national budgets and operational requirements. The role requires strict adherence to the companies pricing and commercial policy. The role will be focussed on selling domestic & international delivery services & associated value added services.The successful candidate will ideally have field sales experience within an EXPRESS PARCELS background but candidates with field sales experience from a similar TRANSPORT, FREIGHT, LOGISTICS, PALLETS, COURIER SERVICE related industry willl also be considered as will strong new business sales backgrounds from other service related industries, where the successful candidate is both used to and comfortable with cold calling.This interesting and challenging role in will see you working with the local management team in identifying compatible and profitable new business for each location. You'll also take responsibility for:- Working with local operational teams to identify capacity at route level, ensuring all routes operate profitably- Working as part of the broader regional team, in ensuring the region as well as local locations meet their new business targets- Sourcing and identifying prospects- Reporting all activity accurately and timelyAbout You: With a background in a service led industry and field based sales management; you'll be quite an expert in the area and able to demonstrate a track record of success. It's important to us that you can demonstrate:- A strong track record of delivering sales targets in a field sales environment- Experience of (and great aptitude and passion for) people management- A focused approach to meeting and exceeding targets (both individually and through a team)You'll be comfortable, willing and able to lead by example and also adopt a practical hands-on approach when required. Your excellent communication skills will also be vital in this role, as will your business acumen and strong commercial and financial awareness.You will need to be willing and able to travel extensively and have a full driving licence.You must be enthusiastic, self motivated, pro active in all aspects of work & above all you must be strong of character with the will to drive the business forward. Most importantly you must thrive on exceeding targets & be a proven new business closer.
Dec 20, 2022
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a SENIOR SALES EXECUTIVE / DEPOT SALES MANAGER covering our clients WEST YORKSHIRE depot in LEEDSThe depots service the whole area of LEEDS and WEST YORKSHIRE area including the LS, BD, WF and HX postcode areas of WEST YORKSHIREThe role itself reports directly to the Area Sales Manager, you'll support a specific, or small number of our clients depots, in ensuring they win and retain profitable local new business, in line with regional and national budgets and operational requirements. The role requires strict adherence to the companies pricing and commercial policy. The role will be focussed on selling domestic & international delivery services & associated value added services.The successful candidate will ideally have field sales experience within an EXPRESS PARCELS background but candidates with field sales experience from a similar TRANSPORT, FREIGHT, LOGISTICS, PALLETS, COURIER SERVICE related industry willl also be considered as will strong new business sales backgrounds from other service related industries, where the successful candidate is both used to and comfortable with cold calling.This interesting and challenging role in will see you working with the local management team in identifying compatible and profitable new business for each location. You'll also take responsibility for:- Working with local operational teams to identify capacity at route level, ensuring all routes operate profitably- Working as part of the broader regional team, in ensuring the region as well as local locations meet their new business targets- Sourcing and identifying prospects- Reporting all activity accurately and timelyAbout You: With a background in a service led industry and field based sales management; you'll be quite an expert in the area and able to demonstrate a track record of success. It's important to us that you can demonstrate:- A strong track record of delivering sales targets in a field sales environment- Experience of (and great aptitude and passion for) people management- A focused approach to meeting and exceeding targets (both individually and through a team)You'll be comfortable, willing and able to lead by example and also adopt a practical hands-on approach when required. Your excellent communication skills will also be vital in this role, as will your business acumen and strong commercial and financial awareness.You will need to be willing and able to travel extensively and have a full driving licence.You must be enthusiastic, self motivated, pro active in all aspects of work & above all you must be strong of character with the will to drive the business forward. Most importantly you must thrive on exceeding targets & be a proven new business closer.
My client is looking for a proactive and successful Sales Executive to help strengthen their expanding team. Working in a team of other sales and internal sales staff the successful candidate will proactively develop new business and build and nurture existing client relationships to maximise the potential. New business development through telesales & field sales Key Account Management Generating & Calculating Freight quotations / tender documents Drafting and sending appropriate sales correspondence Follow up calls Managing sales process through to closure Developing long lasting relationships with new clients Supporting the sales team in their sales efforts Managing the existing and new client quotes Ensuring that the quotes are completed promptly and are followed up to maximise conversion Experience / skills required Freight forwarding experience would be ideal but not essential. Business to business Sales experience essential Telesales experience essential. Customer service or Operations experience. Proven success of handling and calculating RFQ's and tender submissions. Experience of negotiating with clients and or suppliers. Key account management experience with proven success of developing relationships. Experience of calculating KPI reports. Experience of face to face client and supplier meeting. Good administrative skills. Good numerical skills. Good IT skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) Character and personal attributes Confident communicator. (Written and verbal) A positive and engaging personality. Can do sales / customer service orientation. Strong work ethic. Good attention to detail. Calm under pressure.
Dec 08, 2021
Full time
My client is looking for a proactive and successful Sales Executive to help strengthen their expanding team. Working in a team of other sales and internal sales staff the successful candidate will proactively develop new business and build and nurture existing client relationships to maximise the potential. New business development through telesales & field sales Key Account Management Generating & Calculating Freight quotations / tender documents Drafting and sending appropriate sales correspondence Follow up calls Managing sales process through to closure Developing long lasting relationships with new clients Supporting the sales team in their sales efforts Managing the existing and new client quotes Ensuring that the quotes are completed promptly and are followed up to maximise conversion Experience / skills required Freight forwarding experience would be ideal but not essential. Business to business Sales experience essential Telesales experience essential. Customer service or Operations experience. Proven success of handling and calculating RFQ's and tender submissions. Experience of negotiating with clients and or suppliers. Key account management experience with proven success of developing relationships. Experience of calculating KPI reports. Experience of face to face client and supplier meeting. Good administrative skills. Good numerical skills. Good IT skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) Character and personal attributes Confident communicator. (Written and verbal) A positive and engaging personality. Can do sales / customer service orientation. Strong work ethic. Good attention to detail. Calm under pressure.