Sales Executive

First Choice Staff are recruiting for a Sales Executive to join a great team based in Essex!

The role will require frequent travel across our South region, therefore a full UK driving license and access to a vehicle is required.


Working Hours: Monday Friday, 8.30am 5.30pm


Salary: GBP36,000 - GBP40,000 per annum (depending on experience) + GBP5,000 per annum car allowance + competitive bonus structure based on targets and company growth.


Job Role
Focus and drive to achieve targets
Identify sales opportunities whilst profiling all new businesses to understand intricately how we can support with freight / customs
Represent the company in the best possible light with internal and external stakeholders
Proactively scope new business opportunities
Track & manage the CRM system, ensuring ongoing liaison with existing clients & follow up of prospective customers
Demonstrate a track record of developing and enhancing current client portfolios
Liaise with customers, suppliers and overseas agents
Demonstrate technical selling skills and product knowledge
Display excellent communication skills that include the ability to influence and negotiate where required

Skills, Experience and Competencies

Preferred at least 2 years working experience in sales, within the freight industry
Knowledge and experience of Import/Export multimodal business
Demonstrate high quality communication skills along with good presentation skills
Proficient with Microsoft packages especially Excel as well as have general PC knowledge
Good understanding of logistics processes and procedures
Must be able to prioritise and organise own workload with attention to detail
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Must be flexible with their working hours, with the ability to work from home

Essential

Must have Right to Work in the UK
Driver License
Access to a vehicle

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