Sales Consultant Logistics

Jbedeker; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading national company as a Sales Professional in Logistics, where you'll leverage your extensive sales experience to drive impactful logistical services. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment, conducting market research, generating leads, and building relationships with clients. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement sales strategies and achieve targets. With a competitive salary and commission scheme, this opportunity is perfect for a self-motivated individual looking to make a significant impact in the logistics industry.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in sales or business development.
• Proven track record of success in generating leads and closing deals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to identify potential customer segments.
• Build and maintain relationships with potential customers.

Skills

Sales Experience

Communication Skills

Prospecting Skills

Relationship Building

Results-driven Mindset

Adaptability

Education

BA Degree in Business

BA Degree in Sales

BA Degree in Marketing

Tools

Transportation Management Systems

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Opportunity: Sales Professional in Logistics

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced sales professional to sell impactful high-demand logistical services in a leading national company known for its innovative supply chain and transport solutions.

Requirements

• BA Degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, or any related field.
• Proven track record of success in sales with at least 5 years of experience in a sales or business development role.
• Excellent communication skills, including active listening, verbal, and written communication.
• Strong prospecting and lead generation skills with the ability to identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with potential customers, demonstrating effective networking and relationship-building skills.
• Results-driven mindset with a sense of urgency and the ability to work independently to meet sales targets.
• Ability to present and articulate complex concepts clearly and compellingly.
• Ability to adapt to changing market conditions and customer needs.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Capabilities & Competencies

• Conduct market research and identify potential customer segments, industries, and geographic areas for business development.
• Actively prospect and generate new leads through various channels including cold calling, email campaigns, networking, and social media.
• Build and maintain relationships with potential customers, nurture leads throughout the sales process, and manage the sales pipeline.
• Conduct sales presentations showcasing the value and benefits of services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement sales strategies and campaigns.
• Prepare sales proposals, negotiate pricing, and contract terms with potential customers.
• Stay updated on industry trends, market changes, and competitor activities to identify new opportunities.
• Achieve or exceed sales targets and provide regular performance reports.
• Participate in sales meetings, training, and professional development to enhance skills and knowledge.

The proposed salary range is R15k - R25k per month plus a commission scheme. The client may offer a salary based on market conditions, qualifications, skills, and experience.

Note

We only accept online applications. We do not consider direct applications via WhatsApp or email.

Required Experience and Skills

Contract experience preferred. Key skills include Shipping & Receiving, Inventory Control, Data Entry, Transportation Management Systems, EDI, Microsoft Outlook, Warehouse Experience, Office Experience, Dispatching, Microsoft Excel, and Logistics.