This is a great opportunity for an experienced Sales Executive to join a growing team within Sales / Business Development, working with a super organisation. Salary shown excludes commission, which is generous and achieveable.

They have seen steady growth year on year in the UK and overseas and are well established in their industry.

Their client base is primarily in specialist sectors and industries as well as project cargo.

Ideally you will have a minimum 3 years previous sales / business development experience and preferably within air freight, though ocean freight would be equally good. Industries such as aerospace, pharma, automotive or project cargo are ideal for this role.

Prospecting new clients will primarily be within the UK and also the US, Canada, EU, Australia and Middle East.

Main responsibilities include:

Development of new sales pipeline and will include short, medium and long term prospects,Prospecting, engagement, closing skills and also the on-boarding of new clientsBecome involved in development of company sales systems and processesPricing, quotation and issuing client tariffsAttending network events and industry related eventsWill involve UK and some overseas travel opportunitiesCollaboration with our overseas sales teams The position will in time involve building and managing a sales team in the UK. There is scope for progression within this role.

Skills required:

Industry knowledgeMeeting/exceeding targetInterpersonal skillsCritical thinkingSelf-motivated InnovativeRelationship managementAttention to detailIT literate Looking for career longevity Salary based on experience plus commission which is uncapped. There is also a company car. Working hours are 9am to 5.30pm.

This position will involve Two-stage interview process and you will need to be able to be security cleared and vetted.