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Freight Sales Executive

Reed
Posted 2 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Shepperton, Surrey TW179AJ, England

Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • The position of Freight Sales Executive is available in Shepperton, offering a salary between £30,000 and £35,000 plus uncapped commission.
  • Candidates should have 2-3+ years of experience in freight sales and be capable of selling various modes of transport.
  • Key responsibilities include cold calling, managing a customer portfolio, providing quotes, and maintaining a CRM pipeline.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to build client rapport are essential, along with a proactive attitude and comfort with cold calling.
  • The role offers opportunities for career development and requires immediate availability to start.
Freight Sales Executive

Location: SheppertonSalary: £30,000 - £35,000 + uncapped commission 

Are you a dynamic and resilient individual with a passion for sales? I am recruiting for a Freight Sales Executive with 2-3+ years of experience in freight sales, capable of selling all modes of transport.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Cold Calling: Begin with cold calling to build your pipeline. This task requires a thick skin and a proactive attitude.
  • Customer Portfolio: Manage your own portfolio of customers.
  • Career Development: Take personal responsibility for your career growth and development.
  • Quoting: Provide quotes to customers on a shipment-by-shipment basis.
  • CRM Pipeline: Build and maintain your CRM pipeline.
  • Client Visits: Conduct client visits as needed.
  • Client Rapport: Build strong relationships with your clients.

Skills and Experience:

  • Experience: Ideally 2-3 years in the shipping, freight forwarding, and logistics industry (not essential).
  • Communication: Strong communication and interpersonal skills; confidence is crucial.
  • Self-Starter: Ability to thrive under pressure.
  • CRM Exposure: Experience with CRM systems is a plus, but training will be provided.
  • Cold Calling: Must be comfortable with cold calling as a primary task.
  • Freight or Sales Experience: Some experience in either freight or sales.
  • Immediate Start: Availability to start immediately.
  • Commission: Commission structure available once monthly targets are hit.

If you are ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role and grow your career in freight sales, I want to hear from you!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.