Business Development Manager - New Business, Road Logistics

DSV · Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

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Main Purpose of The Role

  • Sell the Road Logistics services and solutions for the company.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Find new business opportunities
  • Maintain a healthy pipeline for future deals
  • Respond to new and current client base regarding complaints and service enquiries. Be a brand ambassador that represents the company's brand and values
  • Demonstrates advanced product knowledge domestic courier and distribution and cross border BLNE
  • Adheres to all company policies and procedures
  • Regular travel in and around KZN to meet clients

Minimum Requirements: non-negotiable when screening

  • Minimum of 2 years' sales experience in the logistics industry
  • Sales achievements and skills attained within the industryValid drivers license and own vehicle.
  • Skills of achieving targets and generating new leads
  • Strong negotiating and selling skills
  • Be well-groomed and presentable.
  • Have excellent people skills and intuitive to client's needs.
  • Computer literate in software such as Microsoft Office Word/Excel/Power point
  • Experience working on CRM systems
  • Experience in developing leads and researching potential clients
  • Working well as part of a bigger sales team but also able to deliver and work independently.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to create presentations and present to new and existing clients and tender experience

Essential Qualifications

  • Matric / Grade 12
  • Proven track record of successful Sales Proof of achievements required
  • Any post-matric qualifications in sales will be an added advantage.

Advantageous Qualifications

  • Great written and Verbal communication skills
  • Time management and prioritization skills to meet deadlines and closes sales in a timely manner. Willingness to adapt and implement new sales methods and strategies
  • Product knowledge
  • Quick thinking to provide creative solutions that address customers' needs and concerns
  • Computer packages please specify whether essential or advantageous
  • Essential - Microsoft Office full suite
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