Sales Account Manager Road Logistics

Job description: Are you passionate about sales and ready to make a real impact in the world of logistics? Were looking for a driven Freight Account Manager to join our market-leading International Road Logistics team.<br><br>Find out more about the daily tasks, overall responsibilities, and required experience for this opportunity by scrolling down now.<br><br>If you thrive on winning new business, delivering exceptional service, and helping customers succeed, this could be the role for you.<br><br>Due to continued growth and investment, were seeking a Sales Executive to generate new business and promote our freight services to both prospective and existing clients.<br><br>Youll manage the full sales cyclefrom initial outreach through to deliverywhile driving profit growth through effective account management.<br><br>Were looking for a motivated and forward-thinking individual with a genuine passion for sales.<br><br>Youll take the time to understand each customers needs, delivering tailored solutions that add real value, while maintaining a high level of accountability throughout.<br><br>How you create impact Generate new prospect leads and new accounts over the telephone and face-to-face.<br><br>Role will involve Telesales, Face to Face selling (B2B), Negotiations and Presentations.<br><br>Consistently grow the gross profit and achieve the targets as set out in the Account Manager Scheme.<br><br>Achieve Sales productivity and revenue targets.<br><br>Provide a high level of internal and external customer care.<br><br>Provide customers with accurate and cost effective quotations.<br><br>Prepare weekly/monthly figures of sales activity as instructed by the Branch Manager.<br><br>What we would like you to bring Experience working in a proactive telesales or cold calling sales role ideally with Outbound telesales experience.<br><br>Previous logistics experience is beneficial, but were equally open to motivated individuals looking to step into the sector.<br><br>Experience of generating own sales leads would be beneficial.<br><br>Experience of working to targets and KPIs.<br><br>GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above (or equivalent).<br><br>Strong administration and organisation skills.<br><br>Ability to influence others.<br><br>Full Driving License.<br><br>What's in it for you As well as our competitive pay rates and superb training opportunities, we also offer a great working environment.<br><br>You will be respected and valued if you work for us and have genuine opportunities to progress and develop.<br><br>26 days holidays plus bank holidays 2 volunteering days per year 3 x Life Assurance Option if you join the KN Route2 pension scheme A tailored personal development and training programme.<br><br>Trusted and empowered to deliver and be your best.<br><br>We are happy to talk about flexible working. xwzovoh <br><br>Please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.<br><br>Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave Childcare Vouchers Cycle to work scheme Discount on high street stores and local supermarkets (Tesco, Asda, Sainsburys & more) Refer a friend scheme As proud holders of the Gold Covenant, we are a forces-friendly employer who recognise the skills, expertise and value service leavers bring to our organisation