Our Cork based client is looking for an ambitious Freight Forwarding Business Development Manager to help drive the company's continuous growth. In this role, you will be responsible for generating new business opportunities, managing customer relationships, and closing deals with new and existing clients.
This is predominantly a field-based role, with scheduled office days in Cork.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Identifying new business opportunities and driving growth with a primary focus on Air/Sea services.
2. Building and maintaining relationships with existing clients to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
3. Progressing potential customers into sales.
4. Developing and implementing sales strategies to drive revenue.
5. Setting manageable weekly visit targets in agreement with the Sales Manager.
6. Working closely with the operations and logistics teams to ensure seamless coordination between sales and service delivery.
7. Maintaining up-to-date records of all sales activities and client interactions using the company’s CRM system.
8. Maintaining a high level of customer service and adhering to the KWE Ireland values.
9. Conducting market research and analyzing metrics on competitors' products, pricing, and market success to identify new opportunities.
Skills / Experience:
1. 2-3 years of proven experience in sales within the freight forwarding industry.
2. Strong knowledge of global freight forwarding (Air/Sea).
3. Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
4. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
5. Excellent time management skills.
6. Proven track record in achieving sales targets.
7. Client account management, building, and maintaining strong customer relationships.
8. A full valid driver’s license is a necessity.
For a confidential discussion and more information on the role, please contact Jessica Kennedy.
jessica.kennedy@collinsmcnicholas.ie
021-2427110
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