Business Development Manager

Savino Del Bene; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Savino Del Bene, a global freight forwarding company, is seeking a motivated individual for a sales role based in Philadelphia. This position involves forming relationships with clients, cold calling, and promoting logistics services including air and ocean freight.

The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of relevant sales experience and a strong proficiency in Microsoft Office. Responsibilities include meeting sales targets and constant communication with the customer service departments.

Qualifications

• Strong sales and customer service skills are essential.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
• Must be able to learn quickly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Form a customer base by scheduling and cold calling.
• Develop relationships with customers to generate new business.
• Solicit Savino Del Bene's services including import and export.

Skills

Sales and Customer Service skills

High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Good organizational skills

Education

3 to 5 years of field sales experience in Freight Forwarding/Logistics

Job description

Savino Del Bene is a Global Freight Forwarding Company headquartered in Florence, Italy. With more than 285 offices and 4,800 employees globally, Savino Del Bene is one of the leading logistics companies that offers import, export, customs brokerage services, and warehousing third‑party solutions servicing several Vertical Markets. We are looking for individuals with a passion for sales and a hunter mentality; individuals who can build relationships and have strong communication skills. You will be responsible for developing new business by selling Savino Del Bene services and promoting the company culture.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Forming a customer base by scheduling, cold calling, traveling to and attending customer appointments within your territory, issuing quotes, preparing bids, and making formal presentations to prospective customers.
• Developing relationships with customers and generating new business.
• Soliciting Savino Del Bene's services which include Ocean and Air Import, Ocean and Air Export, Distribution and Warehousing, LTL Transportation, Cargo Insurance, and Customs Brokerage.
• Meeting monthly targets are given by Sales Upper Management.
• Maintaining constant communication with the Operations/Customer Service departments and overseas offices.
• Assisting the Accounts Receivable department with tracking payments from the customer base.
• Other job duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Strong Sales and Customer Service skills.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• The ability to learn quickly and work efficiently as productivity goals are met.
• Good organizational skills as this position requires working with multiple departments and following up with clients and prospects.
• Must have reliable transportation at the time of hire.

Education and Experience

• Must have 3 to 5 years of field sales experience in Freight Forwarding/Logistics.
• Proven record of accomplishment of sales achievements.