Senior Reefer Sales Executive - West Coast

DP World; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Life insurance

Incentive opportunities

Job summary

DP World is seeking a candidate in San Francisco for developing new Reefer business aligned with local strategy. Ideal applicants will have proven sales experience in Freight Forwarding and a solid understanding of Cold Chain processes. Responsibilities include ensuring business growth, market analysis, and assisting clients with their logistical needs.

Salary range is $130,000 - $155,000 base annually, complemented by a range of benefits. The role requires effective communication and operational relationship-building skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of sales experience in Freight Forwarding.
• Solid understanding of Cold Chain.
• Ability to identify and close business opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure growth in volume for Reefer business.
• Conduct market analysis and competitive research.
• Assist clients with export/import quotations.

Skills

Sales experience in Freight Forwarding

Communication skills

Cold Chain understanding

MS Office proficiency

Ability to prioritize tasks

Education

Graduate in any field

Job description

Overview

We are the leading provider of worldwide smart end-to-end supply chain & logistics, enabling the flow of trade across the globe. Our comprehensive range of products and services covers every link of the integrated supply chain – from maritime and inland terminals to marine services and industrial parks as well as technology-driven customer solutions.

This role is responsible for developing new Reefer business in the country – in alignment with local and regional management strategy. He/She will build customer relationships based on trust and solid operational set-ups. This position requires strong communication skills and Freight Forwarding operational experience in the Reefer segment.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensuring constant growth in volume
• Actively steer the solution design process to fit customer needs while taking into consideration DPW’s capabilities
• Undertake market analysis and competitive research in the local market
• Liaise with Operations in order to ensure proper SOPs are customized around client needs
• Assist clients in their day-by-day requests related to export/import quotations/negotiations in order to ensure proper opportunity closing
• Liaise with DPW internal Network and external Partner Agents in order to guarantee the best possible service assistance to working opportunities
• Work with the CRM system to properly manage personal pipeline and record activity that will be base for Sales Incentive Scheme
• Stay updated about local regulations, industry, new practices and any enhancements

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

• Graduate in any field preferred
• Proven track record in sales, with at least 3 years of recent and relevant sales experience in Freight Forwarding
• Solid understanding of Cold Chain
• Freight Forwarding experience is mandatory
• Solid and demonstrated working knowledge of the Freight Forwarding Industry
• Ability to research, identify, tackle, grow and close business opportunities ensuring the needed support from product and operations
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks to meet various deadlines
• Intermediate computer skills with a proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
• Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate with clients, carriers, other forwarders, vendors

Salary & Benefits

Salary Range: $130,000 - $155,000 base. This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.

As part of our comprehensive benefits package, DP World offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. This position may be eligible for either short-term incentives or sales compensation. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have as you move through the selection process.

Please note: This position does not offer sponsorship for employment visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in The United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

About DP World

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally. With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 115,000 employees from 160 nationalities, spanning 78 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future. We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades. We're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimizing disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door. DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave. We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what’s possible.

Equal Employment Opportunity: DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief. By submitting your resume and application information, you authorize DP World to transmit and store your information in the world-wide recruitment database, and to circulate that information as necessary for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for this or other job vacancies.