Business Development Manager

SUMMARY:

A large logistics company based in Durban is currently looking for a Business Development Manager.

POSITION INFO:

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Facilitate processing of credit application

• Implement the strategy for meeting sales performance targets

• Cost freight movements and prepare service estimates when required

• Interface with existing strategic customers to solidify mutual expectations of performance and growth

• Maintain and update client record information

• Provide quarterly results assessments of sales activities

• Acquire new business as well as continued expansion among existing clients

• Open business development dialogs with strategic customers

• Comply with the requirements of the quality management system

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• Have a comprehensive understanding of sales and marketing principles

• Have good knowledge of international trade principles

• Have an understanding of Air and Sea freight forwarding practices and procedures

• Min 5 years of progressive sales executive experience and a demonstrated record of sales growth for 2 years'' in clearing & forwarding industry

• Have knowledge of the local trading market, inco terms

• Have an understanding of tariff calculation concepts

ADVANTAGEOUS ATTRIBUTES:

• Customer service orientation - Able to handle a demanding customer environment

• Have advanced written and verbal English communication skills

• Have decision making, negotiation and presentation skills

• Be action and results orientated

• Be presentable and a team player

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