Sales Account Manager

TieTalent; Poole; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Poole is seeking a Sales Account Manager for its International Road Logistics team. The role involves generating new business, managing customer accounts, and ensuring compliance with logistics operations. The ideal candidate has strong customer service skills and a passion for sales, with opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

26 days holidays plus bank holidays

Life Assurance options with pension scheme

Personal development and training programs

Flexible working options

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave

Discounts at stores and supermarkets

Qualifications

• Experience or understanding of transport planning.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Knowledge of customs procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage vehicles and shipments in the Road logistics team.
• Ensure compliance with customer SOPs.
• Build relationships with stakeholders for smooth operations.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Transport Planning

Knowledge of Customs Procedures

Teamwork

Proficiency in MS Office

Job description

Are you passionate about sales and eager to make an impact in logistics? Join our International Road Logistics team as a Sales Account Manager. If you're driven to acquire new business, deliver exceptional service, and support client success, we want to hear from you! Apply now to advance your career with a company dedicated to growth, innovation, and accountability.

YOUR ROLE

We are hiring a Road Logistics Sales Account Manager for our successful International Road Logistics team. Due to growth, we seek a Sales Executive responsible for generating new business and promoting freight services to potential and existing clients. This role involves full account management, from telesales to delivery, focusing on profit growth through effective customer management. We seek enthusiastic, innovative, and motivated individuals passionate about sales. The ideal candidate will understand customer needs and provide tailored account management that adds value, with a strong sense of accountability.

Your Responsibilities

• Manage vehicles and shipments within the Road logistics international operational team, ensuring compliance with working instructions and customer SOPs.
• Ensure customer excellence.
• Maintain full compliance in all aspects of road freight import, export, cross trade, and domestic distribution operations.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and colleagues to ensure smooth operations.
• Operate Vehicles with understanding of routes, driving hours, and legislation.

Your Skills And Experiences

• Experience or understanding of transport planning.
• Excellent Customer Service Skills.
• Knowledge of Customs Procedures.
• Teamwork ability.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office.

WHY JOIN US

Along with competitive pay and training, we offer a positive working environment, respect, and opportunities for growth.

• 26 days holidays plus bank holidays
• 2 volunteering days per year
• Life Assurance options with pension scheme
• Personal development and training programs
• Flexible working options
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Childcare Vouchers
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts at stores and supermarkets
• Refer a friend scheme

We are proud to be a forces-friendly employer, recognizing the skills of service leavers.

ABOUT KUEHNE+NAGEL

With over 80,000 employees across 1,300 locations in 100+ countries, Kuehne+Nagel is a leading logistics company.