Business Development Manager

SUMMARY:
Cape Town

POSITION INFO:

Job Purpose:

To manage the generation of new business within your designated industry vertical through actively marketing Bidvest International Logistics and establishing long term business relationships with target accounts. To sell the company’s primary products and supply chain solutions locally and internationally by following a structured sales approach (SPPM).

Qualifications:

Tertiary Education: B Degree or relevant Post Graduate Qualification.

Years of experience required: At least 5 to 10 years Sales Experience, preferably in the 3/4 PL and/or Freight Forwarding Industry. Demonstratable ability to manage and lead a team is an advantage.

Specific experience required: Strong sales experience and ideally has worked in a business development role. Solid working knowledge of sales, business development and strategic selling methodologies. Proven track record in Freight Forwarding, Clearing, Contract Logistics and/or 3/4 PL. E2E Supply Chain experience.

Level of computer literacy: Intermediate MS Office and CRM capabilities.

Competences:

Sales and Marketing - Ability to promote and sell company products or services while following the sales process and strategy.

Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing a high level of customer service. This includes customer needs assessments, monthly / quarterly reviews and the evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Job Requirements:

Reliable and responsible with the ability to work unsupervised at times.

Attention to detail when completing work tasks.

A willingness to lead, take charge and offer opinions and direction.

A willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.

The ability to think outside the box (innovate) and look for solutions that will meet the clients needs.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified employees, who are enthusiastic, self-motivated, responsible, and committed to maintaining high standards and enjoy working in a dynamic environment. All applications will be considered aligned with our EE requirements as per legislation