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Strategic Sales Manager - Freight Forwarding

WR Logistics
Posted 12 hours ago, valid for a day
Location

London, Greater London SW1A2DX, England

Salary

£55,000 - £60,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Strategic Sales Manager position is a remote role with a salary of up to £60,000 plus a 10% commission, depending on experience.
  • The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in the Freight Forwarding industry, specifically as a Business Development Manager or in a similar sales leadership role.
  • Responsibilities include managing a sales team, seeking new sales prospects, and exceeding sales targets while providing quotations and arranging business meetings.
  • The company offers a supportive work environment with benefits such as private healthcare, 25 days of annual leave, and a competitive commission scheme.
  • Candidates should possess a strong knowledge of air, sea, or road services within the logistics sector and be proactive in initiating sales through various channels.

Strategic Sales Manager (Freight Forwarding) - Remote

Our client, a global logistics provider with a real dedication to delivering top tier service to their valued clients are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to join their growing team.

You will be part of a thriving and dynamic company that offers flexibility to work from home & an exciting opportunity to make a real impact on the business by cultivating and overseeing new business ventures.

Work hours: Monday-Friday. Work from home. Remote position.

Package Benefits

  • Salary up to 60,000 + 10% Commission (DOE)
  • Competitive commission scheme
  • Access to a comprehensive Private health care scheme
  • Remote work setup- With all equipment provided by the company
  • Supportive team
  • 25 Days annual leave - In addition to Bank Holidays
  • Social events throughout the year

Responsibilities

  • Experience managing a sales team and extensive Sales experience within the industry.
  • Direct and demonstrated experience selling services for air, sea or road.
  • Initiating & seeking out new sales prospects through various channels (cold calls, emails, social media)
  • Set & Exceed sales targets
  • The point of contact for spontaneous enquiries and generating quotations.
  • Arrange productive business meetings to organise logistical requirements
  • Lead & execute marketing initiatives on various social media platforms.

Requirements

  • Must have previous experience as a Business Development Manager (BDM) or
  • Sales Branch Manager, Regional Sales Manager within the Freight Forwarding industry - essential
  • Must have worked for a freight forwarder with excellent knowledge of the sector
  • We are looking for extensive experience within the Freight forwarding industry.

WR Logistics are the #1 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.

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