Outside Sales Manager

Rhenus Logistics; Antwerpen; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Rhenus Logistics is seeking an Outside Sales Manager in Belgium to drive revenue growth by acquiring new clients and nurturing existing relationships. You will represent the group, understand client needs, and tailor logistics solutions to meet business objectives.

The role involves developing sales strategies, targeting potential clients in the logistics sector, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and high client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in outside sales, preferably within global forwarding.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets. Strong negotiation, presentation, and closing skills.
• Deep understanding of the logistics and transportation market in Belgium, including key players, trends, and regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with clients.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on identifying client needs and providing tailored solutions.
• Ability to work independently with a high level of initiative and drive.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve revenue targets.
• Identify and target potential clients in logistics and supply chain sectors.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships; act as primary contact.
• Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations.
• Lead contract negotiations with clients.
• Monitor market trends and identify new opportunities.
• Provide regular sales forecasts and reports to senior management.
• Collaborate with operations, customer service, and marketing.

Connaissances

Outside sales

English fluency

Negotiation

Presentation

Closing skills

Analytical skills

Description du poste

What You Can Expect

As the Outside Sales Manager, you will be responsible for developing and executing sales strategies to drive revenue growth, primarily through acquiring new clients and nurturing existing relationships. You will play a key role in representing Rhenus Air & Ocean, understanding customer needs, and providing tailored logistics solutions that meet their business objectives. Our vision is to understand our customers like no other and challenge ourselves to improve every single day to make logistics simple. You will be contributing to that vision by…

• Sales Strategy Development: Develop and implement effective sales strategies to achieve revenue targets and expand market presence in Belgium.
• Client Acquisition: Identify and target potential clients within the logistics and supply chain sectors. Conduct market research to understand client needs and tailor solutions accordingly.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with clients by providing excellent service and support. Act as the primary point of contact for key accounts.
• Sales Presentations: Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations to potential clients, showcasing the benefits of our logistics services.
• Negotiation: Lead contract negotiations with clients, ensuring favorable terms for both the company and the customer.
• Market Analysis: Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments to identify new opportunities and stay ahead of market demands.
• Reporting: Provide regular sales forecasts, reports, and updates to senior management, detailing progress against targets and identifying areas for improvement.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including operations, customer service, and marketing, to ensure seamless delivery of services and customer satisfaction.

What You Bring:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in outside sales, preferably within global forwarding,
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets. Strong negotiation, presentation, and closing skills.
• Deep understanding of the logistics and transportation market in Belgium, including key players, trends, and regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with clients.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on identifying client needs and providing tailored solutions.
• Ability to work independently with a high level of initiative and drive.