Sales & Business Development Executive

• Job Title: Sales & Development Executive
• Location: Tilbury, Essex
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:00
• Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Role Requirements

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Minimum 2 years' experience in freight sales (sea, air, and road) within a freight forwarding environment - ESSENTIAL
• Proven track record in sales and business development
• Comprehensive knowledge of the global freight Industry
• Strong knowledge of global freight operations
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach
• Strong English and numerical skills

Key Responsibilities

As a Sales & Development Executive, you will:

• Identify and secure new business opportunities using personal and company provided leads
• Develop sales across FCL/LCL sea freight, air freight, and road freight for imports and exports
• Work flexibly between office-based and field responsibilities
• Prepare accurate quotations with all relevant terms and conditions
• Leverage transferable business connections (advantageous but not essential)

Note: Responsibilities may evolve to reflect industry changes and operational needs.

For more information on this role please call Michelle Ings, HRGO Rainham, Essex team (phone number removed) or email (url removed)