Our client is a growing logistics business looking to recruit an Inside Sales Executive to join their team.
This is a great opportunity for someone with a couple of years’ experience within the shipping, freight forwarding or logistics industry who is looking to take the next step in their career.
The ideal candidate will already have a good understanding of the industry and be comfortable dealing with customers, suppliers and overseas agents. You will be commercially minded, organised and confident managing sales opportunities within a busy environment.
The Role
As an Inside Sales Executive, your responsibilities will include:
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Developing and maintaining strong relationships with existing and prospective customers
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Preparing and sending quotations
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Following up quotations and sales opportunities
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Identifying new business opportunities within the logistics and shipping sector
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Liaising with customers, suppliers and overseas agents
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Managing customer enquiries and providing accurate information
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Using internal operating and quotation systems
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Supporting the wider sales team with day-to-day activities
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Maintaining accurate customer and sales records
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Building on your existing knowledge of the shipping and logistics industry
About You
We're looking for someone who:
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Has 2+ years’ experience within the shipping, freight forwarding or logistics industry
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Has a good understanding of the logistics/shipping process
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Has previous experience working with quotations and sales opportunities
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Is confident communicating with customers, suppliers and overseas agents
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Has strong written and verbal communication skills
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Has a professional and confident telephone manner
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Is comfortable using Microsoft Outlook and Excel
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Is organised, proactive and able to manage multiple tasks
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Has good attention to detail
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Is commercially aware and confident following up opportunities
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Is looking to build a long-term career within the logistics industry
What's on Offer?
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Opportunity to develop your career within a growing logistics business
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Ongoing training and development
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Genuine career progression opportunities
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Friendly and supportive working environment
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Free on-site parking
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Easily accessible location via public transport
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Regular social events and industry networking opportunities
Please note this is a full-time, office-based position. Part-time, hybrid and remote working options are not available.
Location: West Thurrock
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 17:30 (40 hours per week)
If you have existing experience within the shipping or logistics industry and are looking for your next career opportunity, please apply today
