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External Freight Manager
Gleeson Recruitment Group
Manchester
On-site
GBP 60,000 - 80,000
Full time
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Job summary
An established industry player is seeking a motivated Freight Business Development professional to join their dynamic team in Manchester. This role offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced global industry, focusing on identifying new sales opportunities and managing client relationships. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in business development, showcasing their expertise to high-level prospects and providing exceptional customer support. If you are passionate about the freight sector and eager to contribute to a growing company, this position is perfect for you.
Qualifications
- Proven track record in business development and sales.
- Strong skills in key account and stakeholder management.
Responsibilities
- Identify new sales opportunities and manage your pipeline.
- Engage with high-level prospects and provide tailored proposals.
Skills
Job description
Gleeson has exclusively teamed up with a leading international freight forwarder to find a driven Freight Business Development professional for their growing Manchester office. This is an exciting chance to join a dynamic team in a fast-paced, global industry.
- Proactively identifying new sales opportunities and managing your pipeline in alignment with company strategy.
- Engaging with and presenting to high-level prospects, including suite executives, to showcase the benefits of innovative technology they may not yet be familiar with.
- Providing expert customer support, including estimates and tailored proposals.
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships by offering guidance, identifying new opportunities, and recommending business development solutions.
- Demonstrating a deep understanding of and enthusiasm for the freight product.
- Thriving in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.
- Upholding high-quality service standards by establishing and enforcing organisational best practices.
- Proven Track Record
- Key Account Management
- Stakeholder Management
At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.
Mid-Senior level
Full-time
Business Development, Sales, and Strategy/Planning
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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