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Commercial director
Business Development Executive

Business Development Executive

TIME Appointments Ltd

Posted 3 days ago, valid for a month

Ipswich, Suffolk IP15BH, England

£40,000 - £48,000 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

An exciting opportunity for a Business Development Executive is available in Ipswich, supporting the Commercial team.
The role requires previous experience in an Import/Export environment and reporting, along with strong telesales and negotiation skills.
Key responsibilities include producing reports, analyzing activities, quoting rates, and building customer relationships.
The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent customer service skills and time management abilities.
The salary for this position is competitive, and candidates should have a minimum of two years of relevant experience.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Business Development Executive to join our client’s Commercial team based in Ipswich. The successful candidate will support the Business Development Manager to maintain and grow the business.

Key Responsibilities:

Production of various weekly and monthly reports.
Complete analysis of trade/Intermodal/customer activities.
Quoting and following up all rate enquires.
Research of Industry and customer activities.
Building relationships with customers.

Skills and experience required:

Previous experience within an Import/Export environment is essential.
Previous experience of reporting.
Ability to maintain a high level of customer service under pressure.
Excellent telephone manner.
Time management skills required.
Strong telesales and negotiation skills essential.
Working knowledge of Microsoft packages essential.

Within this role, you will play a vital part in the success of the business.

If you are a customer-focused individual with a passion for business development - this could be the role for you!

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