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Sales Executive - Logistics and Transportation

Options Resourcing
Posted 6 days ago, valid for 22 days
Location

Smethwick, West Midlands B66 3DN

Salary

£30,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • An experienced Sales Executive is sought for a growing Logistics company based in Smethwick.
  • Candidates should have a background in Pallet Distribution or General Haulage and a driving license with access to a car.
  • The role offers a salary of up to £30,000 plus commission, with full-time hours from 9am to 5pm.
  • Bilingual candidates who speak both English and Spanish will be highly regarded, with a focus on building client relationships.
  • Applicants should have proven sales experience and excellent communication skills, with 2-3 years of relevant experience preferred.

Are you an experienced Sales Executive looking for a new opportunity? Do you have experience in the Pallet Distribution or General Haulage industries? Want to work for a growing Logistics company based in Smethwick? If so, this could be the perfect role for you!

An excellent opportunity for a motivated and dynamic Sales Executive to join a successful and growing Logistics company. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving sales through effective communication and relationship-building with clients. Bilingual candidates who can communicate in both English and Spanish will be highly regarded.

You must have a driving licence and access to your own car.

Benefits:

  • Salary up to £30,000 + commission on new business win some wiggle room on this.
  • Location: Smethwick
  • Full time permanent role
  • Hours of work: 9am to 5pm 30 minute lunch break
  • Annual leave allowance: 24 days + 8 bank holidays
  • Free parking
  • Auto enrolment pension

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct telemarketing activities to generate new leads and follow up on existing prospects.
  • Cold calling new business leads in order to book meetings and win business.
  • Attend new business development meetings.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients through effective communication and personalised service.
  • Utilise the CRM system to manage customer interactions, track sales progress, and report on performance metrics.
  • Collaborate with the sales team to develop strategies for increasing market share and achieving sales targets.
  • Provide product knowledge and support to clients, ensuring they are informed about the features and benefits of our offerings.
  • Attend training sessions to enhance product knowledge and sales techniques.
  • Participate in team meetings to share insights, discuss challenges, and celebrate successes.
  • Ad-hoc customer service and administration when there is an overflow.

Skills/Experience required:

  • Must have excellent knowledge of background transport and logistics.
  • Have good knowledge general haulage, pallet distribution and same day couriers and storage.
  • Proven experience as a Sales Representative within pallets or an understanding.
  • Familiarity with CRM software and MS Office (MS Excel in particular).
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to build rapport with clients and maintain long-term relationships.
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask.
  • Self-motivated and driven to succeed.
  • Actively seek out new sales opportunities through cold calling, networking, and social media.
  • Previous experience in booking meetings with potential clients.
  • Prepare and deliver appropriate presentations on products and services.
  • Negotiate/close deals and handle complaints or objections.
  • Collaborate with team members to achieve better results.
  • Gather feedback from customers or prospects and share with internal teams.

If this sounds like you, please apply today! ??

Interviews taking place on the 14th and 15th of November.

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