It’s more than a job. When you work in Freight Logistics and Operations at Kuehne+Nagel, you play a key role in optimising processes and ensuring that inventory and shipments move efficiently. But that is not all. Your work also helps ensure that vital medicines reach patients on time and supports other essential deliveries, from wind turbines to semiconductors. At Kuehne+Nagel, our contribution counts in more ways than we imagine. Are you passionate about sales and looking to make a real impact in the world of logistics? We’re seeking a dynamic Freight Account Manager to join our market‑leading International Road Logistics team. If you’re driven to win new business, deliver exceptional service, and help our clients thrive, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
* Generate new prospect leads and new accounts over the telephone and face‑to‑face.
* Role will involve Telesales, Face to Face selling (B2B), Negotiations and Presentations.
* Consistently grow the gross profit and achieve the targets as set out in the Account Manager Scheme.
* Achieve sales productivity and revenue targets.
* Provide a high level of internal and external customer care.
* Provide customers with accurate and cost effective quotations.
* Prepare weekly/monthly figures of sales activity as instructed by the Branch Manager.
Qualifications
* Experience working in a proactive telesales or cold calling sales role, ideally with outbound telesales experience.
* Previous logistics experience is beneficial, but we are equally open to motivated individuals looking to step into the sector.
* Experience of generating your own sales leads would be beneficial.
* Experience of working to targets and KPIs.
* GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above (or equivalent).
* Strong administration and organisation skills.
* Full driving licence.
Benefits
Benefits include a contributory Kuehne+Nagel pension plan, the Route 2 Rewards scheme offering discounts, benefit information and recognition, an employee assistance program with 24/7 GP, legal and financial advice and mental health counselling, and a company car to ease your commute.
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