Senior Freight Account Manager

Gleeson Recruitment Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Freight Business Development Manager in Manchester, focusing on generating new business and account management in the imported/export logistics sector. The ideal candidate will have experience in freight, a strong client relationship background, and be highly motivated to achieve sales targets.

Qualifications

• Experience in Sales/Commercial Business Development.
• Experience in Road, Sea, or Air freight.
• Proficiency in Prospecting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain strong focus and motivation to meet sales targets.
• Identify and explore sales opportunities and manage CRM effectively.
• Showcase a proven history of growing and strengthening client portfolios.

Skills

Sales/Commercial Business Development

Accounts Management

Proficiency in Prospecting

Job description

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Gleeson's seek a Freight Business Development Manager to join their client in the Manchester area This role calls for an adept individual experienced in exporting/importing goods via Road, Sea, or Air and possessing a solid grasp of Account Management.

Job Title: Business Development Manager / Commercial Manager

Main Focus : Business Development

Salary : 45 - 55k + Car Salary , bonus

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain strong focus and motivation to meet sales targets.
• Identify and explore sales opportunities by thoroughly profiling new businesses to understand how we can best support their freight and customs needs.
• Serve as a positive representative of the company to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Actively pursue and develop new business opportunities.
• Oversee and manage the CRM system, ensuring regular communication with current clients and timely follow-ups with potential customers.
• Showcase a proven history of growing and strengthening client portfolios.
• Coordinate effectively with customers, suppliers, and international partners.
• Demonstrate expertise in technical sales and product knowledge.
• Exhibit excellent communication skills, including the ability to influence and negotiate when necessary.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Experience in Sales/Commercial Business Development
• Experience in Road, Sea, or Air freight
• Accounts Management
• Proficiency in Prospecting
  

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development, Customer Service, and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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