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Inside sales - Freight

Tilbury
2 months ago
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Do you want to make uncapped commission?

Do you want free tickets to major sporting events including football and F1?

Do you want to join a company that values and rewards employees with annual bonuses?

Are you a natural at building relationships and closing deals?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where every conversation could lead to a new business opportunity?

If so read on....

Our client are looking for an energetic and driven Internal Sales Executive to join the team! Specializing in Far East deep-sea freight, you’ll be the crucial link between customers and world-class logistics solutions.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Engage & Convert – Proactively reach out to prospective and existing clients, understanding their freight needs and offering tailored solutions.
Quote & Negotiate – Prepare competitive pricing proposals and negotiate terms to secure profitable business.
Build Relationships – Develop strong, lasting relationships with clients, ensuring their shipping needs are met with precision and care.
Support the Sales Team – Work closely with the external sales and operations teams to ensure seamless service delivery.
Stay Informed – Keep up with industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activity to stay ahead of the game.
Meet & Exceed Targets – Drive revenue growth by achieving and surpassing sales goals.

What you’ll need:

Proven experience in internal sales within freight forwarding.
Experience quoting sea freight. Land and air freight experience is also desirable.
Strong understanding of deep-sea freight, particularly trade routes between the Far East and global markets.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with a customer-first mindset.
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and thrive under pressure.
Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
A proactive, target-driven approach with a passion for sales.

What’s in It for You?

Basic salary up to £32,500 + uncapped commission
Annual bonus (discretionary on company and personal performance)
Hybrid flexibility after 3 month probation.
Career growth opportunities within a dynamic and expanding company.
A supportive and collaborative team environment.
Ongoing training and professional development to keep you ahead of the curve.

Apply today to be considered for interview

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