Sales Executive

Our client, who are one of the leading freight forwarding specialists in China, have recently opened their first UK office and are now in a position to recruit a Sales Executive to be based at offices in Chelmsford, Essex.

If you are someone who is passionate about making an impact, eager to take on new challenges, and willing to go the extra mile to achieve success, this will be a highly rewarding role for you, particularly in terms of career development. This role provides the perfect opportunity to grow alongside the company and play a key role in shaping its future.

On Offer:

• An opportunity to join a newly opened office with exciting plans for future growth. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and ambitious professional to take ownership of a critical role in a growing business.
• City centre location based nearby Chelmsford train and bus station
• Salary up to £35K (experience dependant) and 5% Commission (Lifetime of Customer)
• 20 Days Holiday plus bank holidays. Annual leave rising to 25 days.
• 8:30am – 17:00 with 1 hour for lunch

Main Purpose of the Role:

An ambitious Salesperson to drive business growth, develop client relationships, and expand the companies market presence. This role requires a proactive sales approach, both in the office and in the field, engaging with potential and existing clients to provide top-tier logistics solutions.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Sales Executive:

• Build, develop, and manage a client portfolio, fostering long-term relationships.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities through lead generation, outreach, and in-person meetings.
• Present our logistics services to potential clients, highlighting value and securing long-term contracts.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and client satisfaction.
• Maintain detailed sales records, tracking performance and pipelines.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and competitor activities to maintain a competitive edge.

To Be Considered

• Proven experience in sales, within logistics, transport, or a similar fast-paced environment - mainly in Sea (Import & Export), however experience in Air, Road, Warehousing all an advantage.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in CRM software for managing client data and tracking sales performance.
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and adaptable to market shifts.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams
• Strong numerical, literacy, and communication skills

For more details, contact Willis Global - a leading Recruitment Consultancy for the Supply Chain & Logistics industry.