First PoE and overall responsible for customers interaction with Hapag-Lloyd
Ensure the highest level of quality when interacting with our customers
Continuously improve the customer portfolio by securing new businesses and removing underperforming accounts
Conclude contracts for MR (own) customers negotiations
Drive CU business for foreign MRs and adhere to Push-Pull process
Provide feedback on the market including rates, competition activities, market conditions etc. to all relevant stakeholders
Provide clear information to Sales Coordination regarding pricing requirements to enable future communications with TM and customers
Provide clear information to Sales Coordination regarding handover to Customer Service
Manage and grow the assigned portfolio of customers and opportunities for Reefer, NOR, Specials (IG and OOG) and DG
Develop expert knowledge of the competition and industry in general to keep abreast of the changes within the industry
Manage, develop and apply working strategies for assigned local as well as key or global accounts and establishing customer confidence
Identify and initiate resolutions of any issues that may arise along with periodic follow up
Requirements
Experience
Candidate must possess at least Diploma/Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma, Bachelor's Degree/Post Graduate Diploma/Professional Degree in Business Studies/Administration/Management, Economics, Maritime Studies or equivalent
At least 3 Years of working experience in the related field is required for this position
Preferably specialized in Sales - Corporate or equivalent
Skills & Competencies
Sales management, business development, customer service, account servicing, salesforce
A "Can do" and Growth mindset
Demonstrated strong listening, verbal and written communication skills
Advanced negotiation, decision-making and presentation skills, self-confident and friendly when dealing with others
Analytical skills
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and good interpersonal skills
Comprehensive knowledge of user application systems (FIS, CRM, COMPASS, MS Office)