Assistant Sales Manager

Annual Salary: £35,297 plus benefits
Location: Ipswich, Suffolk (National travel required)
Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking an ambitious Sales specialist to join our logistics team. This role is perfect for someone eager to transition from inside to outside sales, offering a unique opportunity to work with a diverse range of products and services within the logistics and shipping industry.

Are you ready to elevate your sales career in a dynamic, national role that offers extensive travel and direct interaction with clients across the UK? Join our team and represent a leading provider of integrated supply chain solutions, including freight forwarding, warehousing, transportation, and customs brokerage services.

As an Assistant Sales Manager, you will not only focus on traditional sales but will also embrace our core philosophies and comprehensive service offerings. You’ll become an expert in our products, understanding and communicating the unique benefits we offer to potential clients, setting us apart from the competition.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

Develop and execute sales strategies to meet and exceed targets.
Travel extensively across the UK to engage with new and existing clients.
Maintain and grow relationships with the current customer base, identifying opportunities for increased profitability.
Collaborate with internal teams, including Inside Sales and Customer Services, to ensure a seamless client experience.
Utilize company CRM software for weekly activity reporting and sales tracking.

Imagine yourself traveling the country, engaging with clients, and closing deals that not only meet but exceed targets. You’ll play a crucial role in expanding our market presence and will have the opportunity to grow professionally in a supportive, innovative environment. With our competitive salary and extensive benefits package, including private health insurance, a generous pension scheme, and substantial holiday entitlement, your hard work and dedication will be rewarded.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Minimum of 1 year’s sales experience, preferably in logistics or a related field.
Strong understanding of the logistics and shipping industries for informed client interactions.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments.
Proven administrative skills, including the ability to produce accurate quotes.
Agility in managing change within a rapidly evolving business environment.

Benefits:

Discretionary bonus.
Private health insurance.
Private pension scheme with progressive contributions.
Life assurance (4x annual salary).
Income protection insurance.
Subsidised canteen and free parking.
25 days annual leave, increasing with service, plus bank holidays.

To apply for the Assistant Sales Manager position, please submit your CV detailing your sales experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role. Embrace the chance to be part of a forward-thinking team that values agility and innovation in the fast-evolving logistics sector.