Freight Sales Rep

Brook Street; Belfast; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in freight forwarding is looking for a dynamic Freight Sales Executive to drive business growth. In this role, you will identify new sales opportunities while nurturing existing client relationships. Your expertise in the freight forwarding sector will be crucial as you manage the CRM system and negotiate effectively. This position offers a flexible working environment, allowing you to work both in the office and out in the field. Join a company that values teamwork and provides the tools you need to succeed, including a laptop and mobile phone. If you're passionate about sales and logistics, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free on-site Parking

Company Group Pension Scheme

Health Care Cover

Laptop provided

Mobile Phone provided

Qualifications

• Proven sales experience in freight forwarding is essential.
• Strong knowledge of import/export logistics procedures.

Responsibilities

• Identify new sales opportunities and maintain client relationships.
• Manage CRM system and communicate with clients and suppliers.

Skills

Sales Experience

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Team Player

Business Development

Education

Excellent English Skills

Excellent Maths Skills

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Brook Street Recruitment is working on behalf of our Belfast client - a well-known and long-established Freight Forwarding company - they are currently seeking to recruit an experienced Freight Sales Executive to join their expanding business.

Applicants for this role will be responsible for business development and selling freight forwarding solutions to both new and existing clients.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and pursue new sales opportunities
• Develop and maintain relationships with existing clients
• Be flexible in working both in the office and out in the field.
• Manage the CRM system and liaise with customers, suppliers and overseas agents
• Communicate technical information and negotiate effectively
• Work independently and as part of a team to meet sales targets
• Source your own business leads and act on those provided by Sales and Operations colleagues
• Generate new sales, this includes FCL / LCL sea freight both import and export.

Requirements:

• Must have proven sales experience within the freight forwarding industry
• Good overall knowledge of the global freight industry.
• Sound knowledge of import/export multimodal freight forwarding business and logistics procedures.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills - good negotiation skills.
• A strong team player with a friendly personality.
• Ability to prepare accurate and detailed quotations.
• Excellent English and Maths skills.
• Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.

Salary:
Attractive Salary - based on experience.

Benefits:
Free on-site Parking
Company Group Pension Scheme
Health Care Cover.
Laptop & Mobile Phone provided

Salary will depend on background.

Please send CV to Colleen Farquharson via the apply link.