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Sales Executive (Logistics)

Tyron Consultancy

Cape Town

On-site

ZAR 300,000 - 400,000

Full time

Yesterday
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Job summary

A leading Fortune 500 company in global logistics is seeking a Sales Executive in Cape Town. This role focuses on driving business development while working in a supportive team environment. The right candidate must have a strong background in sales within the logistics sector and be eager to meet sales targets. A competitive remuneration package, including a basic salary, car allowance, and commission, is offered.

Benefits

Basic Salary
Car Allowance
Company Contribution towards Medical Aid
Retirement Annuity
Aggressive Commission Structure

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years New Business Development experience in Freight/Logistics.
  • Strong oral and written proficiency in English.
  • Own presentable & reliable vehicle with valid driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

  • Manage assigned territory and customer relations.
  • Timely data entry in CRM tools.
  • Achieve monthly and annual sales targets.

Skills

Business Development
Computer Literacy
Communication (English)

Education

Matric / NQF4
Relevant sales/logistics/marketing qualification

Tools

Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

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.

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