• Annual Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 + Commission
• Location: Nationwide
• Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking an experienced Inside Sales/Business Development Manager with a strong background in sea and/or air freight. This role is ideal for a proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is skilled at fostering robust client relationships and driving business growth.

• Develop new business opportunities by identifying prospects, evaluating their position in the industry, researching, and analyzing sales options.
• Establish contact and develop relationships with prospects; recommend solutions that align with their needs.
• Maintain relationships with clients by providing support, information, and guidance; recommend new opportunities and service improvements.
• Stay current on industry trends, market activities, and competitors to identify product improvements or new products.
• Prepare detailed reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information.
• Maintain quality service by establishing and enforcing organizational standards.
• Manage and interpret customer requirements to understand, anticipate, and meet their needs.
• Negotiate tender and contract terms to meet both client and organizational needs.
• Calculate client quotations and administer client accounts.
• Provide pre-sales technical assistance, product education, and after-sales support services.

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in inside sales or business development, specifically within the sea and/or air freight industry.
• Demonstrated ability to drive the sales process from plan to close.
• Strong business acumen and industry expertise.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform complex calculations related to logistics and freight without the use of software.
• High degree of self-motivation and ambition, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• A solid technical background with understanding and/or hands-on experience in freight forwarding and logistics solutions.

• Competitive salary range of £30,000 - £45,000 + Commission - commensurate with experience.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a dynamic work environment.