In-House Salesperson

Alchemy Global Talent Solutions Ltd.; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics services provider in Chelmsford is seeking a motivated in-house Salesperson. This role focuses on driving new business growth and developing client relationships in the logistics sector. Ideal candidates should have experience in sea freight and demonstrate strong sales, communication, and negotiation skills. Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office is essential. Join a dynamic team to expand the company's market presence.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in sales within sea freight logistics or a similar fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in CRM software for managing client data and tracking sales performance.
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and adaptable to market shifts.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Strong numerical, literacy, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify new business opportunities.
• Secure new business opportunities through lead generation, outreach, and in-person meetings.
• Build, develop, and manage a client portfolio, fostering long-term relationships.
• Present the company's logistics services to potential clients and secure long-term contracts.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and client satisfaction.
• Maintain detailed sales records, tracking performance and pipelines.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and competitor activities to maintain a competitive edge.

Skills

Sales skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building skills

Self-motivated

Adaptability

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client provides logistics services including Sea freight, Air Freight, UK & EU Road Haulage & Warehousing. They are seeking a motivated in-house Salesperson to help drive new business growth, develop client relationships, and expand their existing market presence. As Salesperson you will adopt a proactive sales approach, identify new business opportunities and engage with potential and existing clients to provide top-tier logistics solutions. Applicants for this role must have all round logistics experience, mainly in Sea (Import & Export), however experience in Air, Road, Warehousing would be an advantage.

Role Responsibilities

• Identify new business opportunities
• Secure new business opportunities through lead generation, outreach, and in-person meetings.
• Build, develop, and manage a client portfolio, fostering long‑term relationships.
• Present the company's logistics services to potential clients and securelong‑term contracts.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and client satisfaction.
• Maintain detailed sales records, tracking performance and pipelines.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and competitor activities to maintain a competitive edge.

Experience required

• Previous experience in sales, within sea freight logistics or a similar fast‑paced environment.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills.
• Proficiency in CRM software for managing client data and tracking sales performance.
• Self‑motivated, results‑driven, and adaptable to market shifts.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams
• Strong numerical, literacy, and communication skills