Details:
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Location: West Thurrock Borough of Thurrock
- Date: 4 days ago
Description:
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:
* Developing and maintaining strong relationships with existing and prospective customers
* Preparing and sending quotations
* Following up quotations and sales opportunities
* Identifying new business opportunities within the logistics and shipping sector
* Liaising with customers, suppliers and overseas agents
* Managing customer enquiries and providing accurate information
* Using internal operating and quotation systems
* Supporting the wider sales team with day-to-day activities
* Maintaining accurate customer and sales records
* Building on your existing knowledge of the shipping and logistics industry
About You
We're looking for someone who:
* Has 2+ years’ experience within the shipping, freight forwarding or logistics industry
* Has a good understanding of the logistics/shipping process
* Has previous experience working with quotations and sales opportunities
* Is confident communicating with customers, suppliers and overseas agents
* Has strong written and verbal communication skills
* Has a professional and confident telephone manner
* Is comfortable using Microsoft Outlook and Excel
* Is organised, proactive and able to manage multiple tasks
* Has good attention to detail
* Is commercially aware and confident following up opportunities
* Is looking to build a long-term career within the logistics industry
What's on Offer?
* Opportunity to develop your career within a growing logistics business
* Ongoing training and development
* Genuine career progression opportunities
* Friendly and supportive working environment
* Free on-site parking
* Easily accessible location via public transport
* 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