Freight Forwarding Sales Support – VR/21867
The Company & Role:
Our client, a successful Freight Forwarder, is looking for an experienced Freight Forwarding Sales Support to join their growing team in Essex. This client has recently undergone a period of investment and is now looking to grow their team.
Freight Forwarding Sales Support duties:
- Provide a high level of customer sales support
- Develop and manage assigned accounts, generating sales leads for the company
- Liaising and building rapport with companys suppliers
- Managing internal CRM software
- Provide accurate quotes in a timely manner ensuring they are logged and set up for handover to bookings and operations team
- Upselling to existing/prospective customers
Skills Required from Freight Forwarding Sales Support:
- At least 2 years experience in Freight Forwarding
- Excellent telephone manner and customer service skills
- Fast learner and able to build up rapport with customers, developing client relationships
- Computer literate
- Good sales/negotiation skills
- Target orientated and self-motivated
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- A second language would be advantageous but is not essential
In return, the company is offering an excellent career growth opportunity with a competitive salary according to experience.
If you’re interested in this Freight Forwarding Sales Support position; click Apply Now, or email our Shipping team on shipping@redrecruit.com
Red Recruit is a specialist recruitment consultancy with prominence in the Shipping and Freight industry, covering various areas within the industry as well as other associated sectors. We provide an expert consultative, project managed approach, which recognises the unique skills and talents of every candidate. Founded in 2002 and boasting increasing success, Red Recruits mission is to serve likeminded Clients and Candidates and be a collaborator in their growth and progression. We accomplish this utilizing our skilled approaches and methodologies and we offer tailored solutions to suit specific needs. Clients of Red Recruit are able to access a wealth of knowledge and experience via our recruitment consultants; many of whom possess extensive experience.
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