Business Development Manager - New Business, Road Logistics
DSV · Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
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Start free — we apply for you →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