Want to use your Ocean Freight knowledge with the DHL brand behind you?

This role is all about attracting and attaining new business through sales development, relationship building, engagement activities and great customer experience and with DHL Global Forwarding, one of the world's top freight forwarders with competitive bespoke solutions, you'll be well-equipped to secure sales success.

Ocean freight – new business

Focussing on sales of DHL Global Forwarding’s Ocean Freight services you’ll be identifying new markets and potential customers, networking and cold calling. With a consultative sales approach you’ll be attending meetings to gain an understanding of your customers’ needs, making recommendations, preparing proposals, conducting contract negotiations and closing new deals. 

Managing your own schedule, whilst a field-based role, you’ll have the flexibility to work from home, and our Manchester branch. 

37.5 hours per week – Monday to Friday 

Covering Northwest from Liverpool across to Manchester 

What we are looking for

Your passion for driving business growth, getting results and proven sales achievement within a freight forwarding environment is essential.  You’ll also have strong network of contacts and knowledge of local markets and industries within the freight forwarding sector.

Travel across your region is involved therefore a full UK drivers’ licence is required. 

Essential to this role is your knowledge and experience in the following:

Ocean Freight ForwardingNew business and sales  Lead generationProactive and consultative sales Must have the right to live and work in the UK - please note Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

What we offer

Quarterly sales bonus schemeCompany car or car allowancePension scheme - up to 8% employer contribution25 days holiday plus bank holidaysPrivate medical healthcareEnhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leaveSupport with self-development and career opportunitiesCharity and volunteering support through DHL FoundationReward & Recognition awards

If you are a motivated sales professional who thrives on securing new business and providing your customers with the best solutions and services, then we would like to hear from you.

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