Business Development Manager, Commodities, Air & Sea

Dsv - Global Transport And Logistics; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Business Development Manager for its Commodities sector in South Africa, Gauteng. The successful candidate will be responsible for securing new business opportunities and managing sales pipelines. Minimum 3-5 years of sales experience in Logistics or Supply Chain is required, along with a relevant tertiary qualification. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for this role. Join a global leader in logistics and help shape the future of this dynamic industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years sales experience in Logistics, Supply Chain or Freight Forwarding/Shipping Line.
• Ability to conduct presentations when required.
• Well-groomed and presented.

Responsibilities

• Secure new business opportunities in the Commodity Sector.
• Manage opportunities, accounts, and productivity on MS Dynamics CRM.
• Build strategic relationships with clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Co-ordination and organizational skills

Customer relationship building

Sales experience in Logistics

Consultative selling

Education

National Diploma / B. Degree / B. Tech

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics CRM

MS PowerPoint

MS Excel

MS Word

Outlook

Job description

Location : ZAF - Kempton Park, Serengeti Blvd (DSV Park Gauteng)

Job Posting Title : Business Development Manager, Commodities, Air & Sea

Time Type : Full Time

Main Purpose of the Role

The successful candidate is required to secure new business opportunities in the Commodity Sector that are aligned with the organizations preferred client profile and to achieve all GP targets as outlined in the Sales Contract.

Duties & Responsibilities

Manage and build a Sustainable Sales Pipeline

Manage all opportunities, Accounts and Productivity on MS Dynamics our prescribed CRM system

Onboard & implement new business

Manage an effective Diary

Build strategic relationships at multiple levels within their client base

Focus on Consultative Selling to strengthen our position from a supply chain perspective

Meet monthly / quarterly targets

Meet weekly & monthly call targets

Tertiary Qualification

National Diploma / B. Degree / B. Tech advantageous.

Additional Computer Skills

• Outlook
• MS Word
• MS Power point
• MS Excel
• Understanding of Microsoft Dynamics CRM system advantageous

Job-Related Requirements

Minimum 3 – 5 years sales experience in Logistics, Supply Chain or Freight Forwarding / Shipping Line

Other Minimum Requirement

• Good communication skills, ability to converse with senior management
• Able to conduct presentations when required
• Well groomed & presented
• Able to work individually as well as in team environment.
• Hunter mentality
• Good co-ordination and organizational skills.
• Well networked in the Commodity sector.

Good admin skills

Ability to build strong relationships with customers and internally with ops and other staff members

Driven and ambitious

DSV – Global transport and logistics

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Disclaimer

Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Should an external candidate not hear from us within four weeks following their application, they should consider their application unsuccessful.

Strictly fair and non-discriminatory selection procedures will be followed.

We use Affiflative Action (AA) measures in an endeavor to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups.

Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with DSV's Employment Equity plans.

DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.