Internal Business Development Manager

Freightserve recruitment are looking for a Internal Business Development Manager. The company is a well established Freight Forwarder based in the Slough area.

Job role:-

To develop new business in support of our business and growth plans. Drive the sales pipeline development and target suitable business and key verticals. Ensure all prospective and trading clients are fully aware of all services offered.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

· Be the forefront of the company's development by promoting the business to new and existing clients.

· Develop, promote, and maintain long-term business relationships with a growth portfolio of international clients.

· Meeting clients face to face to build relationships and gain business.

· Obtain relevant information from customers to complete quotations and supply best possible solution.

· Report into the Freight Manager with feedback on rates or services required and produce quotations from the system.

· Follow up on quotes with clients and agents and secure bookings.

· Provide accurate information to internal operations sta? in order that all relevant administration can be completed e?ciently.

· Support the export and import processes and cover for export and import teams during holiday and absence

· Maintain accurate records of all customs-related documents and transactions

· Communicate effectively with customers and suppliers regarding customs requirements and procedures

· Provide assistance throughout the business as and when required

· Answering phones

Experience/Skills required

· We are looking for an individual with previous sales experience ideally within the Freight Forwarding industry, self-motivated, proven track record on bringing in new business and developing existing. Professional approach with the drive to be successful in gaining new business.

· The candidate should have a self-motivated and can do attitude, be able to use own initiative, solve problems and have excellent communication skills. They should have a very keen eye for detail and a strong administration ability.

· Excellent communication and organisation skills

· The ability to work under pressure and to deadlines, and to solve problems when they arise

As an agency we are fast becoming the number one Freight specialist in the UK. We have a fast growing reputation with most Freight related companies. Freightserve has been established since 1992 working within the Freight Forwarding and Shipping industry.