Road Logistics Sales Account Manager

Kuehne+Nagel; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Pension plan

Rewards scheme

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Kuehne+Nagel is seeking a dynamic Freight Account Manager to join our International Road Logistics team in the UK. You will generate new business, manage accounts from telesales through delivery, and drive profit growth by delivering tailored service to clients.

You will work with a proactive sales approach, build strong relationships, and provide accurate quotations while meeting KPI targets and contributing to a high-performing team in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in proactive telesales or cold calling sales role is required.
• Logistics experience is beneficial but not required.
• Experience generating own sales leads is advantageous.
• Experience working to targets and KPIs is essential.
• GCSE Maths and English grade C or above.
• Strong administration and organisation skills are sought.
• Full Driving Licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Generate new prospect leads and accounts over the phone and in person.
• Telesales, face-to-face selling (B2B), negotiations and presentations.
• Grow gross profit and achieve targets as set out by the Branch Manager.
• Achieve sales productivity and revenue targets.
• Provide high level internal and external customer care.
• Provide customers with accurate and cost-effective quotations.
• Prepare weekly/monthly figures of sales activity.

Skills

Telesales

New business

Account management

Negotiations

Cold calling

KPIs

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Tools

CRM software

Job description

It's more than a job With a sales career at Kuehne+Nagel, you'll drive long-term business success by mastering sales strategies, nurturing customer relationships and identifying new opportunities. But you will also bring relief and peace of mind to pet owners around the world. Because when you do your job, your colleagues around the world are able to build reliable veterinary supply chains that ensure pets get the care they need. At Kuehne+Nagel, our work is about more than we imagine.

It's more than a job With a sales career at Kuehne+Nagel, you'll drive long-term business success by mastering sales strategies, nurturing customer relationships and identifying new opportunities. But you will also bring relief and peace of mind to pet owners around the world. Because when you do your job, your colleagues around the world are able to build reliable veterinary supply chains that ensure pets get the care they need. At Kuehne+Nagel, our work is about more than we imagine.

Are you passionate about sales and looking to make a real impact in the world of logistics? We’re seeking a dynamic Freight Account Manager to join our market-leading International Road Logistics team. If you're driven to win new business, deliver exceptional service, and help our clients thrive, we want to hear from you! We are currently recruiting for a Freight Account Manager to join our highly successful, market-leading International Road Logistics team. Due to continued growth and investment, we are seeking a Sales Executive who will be responsible for generating new business and promoting our freight services to both potential clients and existing customers. This role will encompass full account management, from initial telesales through to delivery, with the Account Manager expected to drive profit growth through effective customer management. We are looking for enthusiastic, innovative, and motivated individuals with a genuine passion for sales. The ideal candidate will go the extra mile to understand the unique needs of each customer, providing a tailored account management service that adds real value to their business. The role also requires offering unrivalled accountability within the industry.

How you create impact

• Generate new prospect leads and new accounts over the telephone and face-to-face.
• Role will involve Telesales, Face to Face selling (B2B), Negotiations and Presentations.
• Consistently grow the gross profit and achieve the targets as set out in the Account Manager Scheme.
• Achieve Sales productivity and revenue targets.
• Provide a high level of internal and external customer care.
• Provide customers with accurate and cost effective quotations.
• Prepare weekly/monthly figures of sales activity as instructed by the Branch Manager.

What we would like you to bring

• Experience working in a proactive telesales or cold calling sales role ideally with Outbound telesales experience.
• Previous logistics experience is beneficial, but we’re equally open to motivated individuals looking to step into the sector.
• Experience of generating own sales leads would be beneficial.
• Experience of working to targets and KPI’s.
• GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above (or equivalent).
• Strong administration and organisation skills
• Full Driving License.

What's in it for you

If you would like to become a valued member of our team, we will make sure that you’re rewarded for your commitment and expertise. You can join the contributory Kuehne + Nagel pension plan and enjoy our Route 2 Rewards scheme which offers everything from discounts, benefit information, recognition and its own wellbeing center. We care for our colleagues (and their immediate family) with our employee assistance program providing access to 24/7 GP, legal and financial advice along with mental health counselling. All of this to help you live a happier and healthier life As proud holders of the Gold Covenant, we are a forces-friendly employer who recognize the skills, expertise and value service leavers bring to our organization.Company Car: Enjoy a hassle-free commute with a company car.

Who we are

Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.

As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.