Sales Executive (Logistics)

TrudyQ Consulting; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in Cape Town is seeking a Sales Executive to drive business development initiatives. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience in the Freight/Logistics/Distribution/Supply Chain industry and a strong track record of achieving sales targets. This role offers a competitive remuneration package, including a Basic Salary, Car Allowance, and an aggressive commission structure.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Company Contribution towards Medical Aid

Retirement Annuity

Aggressive Commission Structure

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of new business development experience in Freight/Logistics/Distribution/Supply Chain.
• Strong proficiency in English, both oral and written.
• Own reliable vehicle with valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned territory and build customer relationships.
• Enter data in the Customer Relationship Management tool.
• Support new account transitions and customer needs.

Skills

New Business Development

Sales Skills

Freight Logistics Knowledge

Networking

Customer Relationship Management

Education

Matric / NQF4

Sales / Logistics / Marketing Qualification

Tools

Customer Relationship Management Software

Job description

Sales Executive (Logistics) required in Cape Town.

Form a part of this Top Market Leader – A Fortune 500 Company that specialises in Global Logistics.

The focus of this role will be to achieve results by driving strong business development initiatives whilst being fully embraced in a supportive and team selling cultured environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric / NQF4
• Relevant sales / logistics / marketing qualification (advantageous)
• 3-5 years New Business Development experience in the Freight/Logistics/Distribution/Supply Chain Industry (pre-requisite)
• Present proof of Targets vs. Actual Achievements
• Fully computer literate and exposure to working on integrated information systems
• Strong oral and written proficiency in the English Language
• Own presentable & reliable vehicle with valid driver’s licence

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage an assigned territory and demonstrate extensive knowledge of potential customers and competitors in this area
• Timely data entry in Customer Relationship Management tool
• Orchestrate customer / branch relationships and collaborate with regional Product, Service, Geo, and Knowledge Management resources
• Participate in the creation of value-added solutions for customer’s logistics needs, including supporting diagrams and cost-benefit calculations
• Support the transition of new accounts through customer introductions, information transfer, and securing any necessary customer paperwork. When needed, support AR (accounts receivable) collection
• Attend training & development sessions to continue developing selling skills and updating Product and Service knowledge
• Work towards and achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets
• Involvement in local trade groups, as directed by the District Sales Manager
• Take on additional assignments as required, supporting company needs

In return this opportunity will offer the successful candidate a competitive remuneration package that will include a Basic Salary, Car Allowance, Company Contribution towards Medical Aid & Retirement Annuity and an aggressive commission structure.