A well-established freight forwarding group based in Kilkenny is seeking a highly motivated Freight Forwarding Sales Specialist to join their sales office in North Dublin. With existing carrier relationships and a commitment to delivering premium, quality freight forwarding services, this company offers a unique opportunity for a results-driven individual with a strong track record in the industry.
As a Freight Forwarding Sales Specialist, you will be responsible for sourcing, qualifying, and closing profitable new client business in the Republic of Ireland. Reporting to the Commercial Director, your role is crucial in expanding our client base and contributing to the company's growth and success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify, target, and secure new multimodal freight forwarding business opportunities.
- Utilize your industry knowledge to stay informed about market trends, trade lane carriers, trade compliance, customs, and pricing.
- Cultivate and leverage strong relationships with carriers to procure competitive rates and maintain reasonable profit margins.
- Collaborate with the company's existing European road services and carrier relationships.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Proven experience in selling freight services in the local market, with a deep understanding of the industry and carriers.
- Exceptional market knowledge of industry verticals, trade lane carriers, trade compliance, customs, and pricing.
- Strong network and connections within the carrier industry.
- Self-motivated, responsible, and results-oriented individual.
- Excellent reputation within the market for selling premium, quality freight forwarding services.
- Outstanding communication and negotiation skills.
Terms:
Full-time permanent, Hybrid/Remote
Package:
A tailored package will be offered to ensure that the successful candidate is appropriately rewarded for their contributions to the company's growth.
For a confidential discussion on this or any other current opportunity please contact Garvan Cerasi
IAC-Apr24