Business Development Manager, Forwarding Development
Job Description: Business Development Manager (BDM) - Outside Sales (Freight Focused)
Location: Netherlands, Rotterdam (Amsterdam or Rotterdam residents preferred)
Company Overview: We are a dynamic and ambitious logistics company specializing in air and ocean freight. We pride ourselves on a non-corporate, entrepreneurial environment that fosters innovation and excellence.
Position Overview: We are seeking an aggressive and ambitious Business Development Manager (BDM) with a focus on outside sales for air and ocean freight. The ideal candidate will be a hunter type, with a proven track record in freight sales and a passion for driving business growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Sales and Business Development: Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the air and ocean freight sectors.
- Client Acquisition: Aggressively hunt for new clients and build strong, lasting relationships.
- Market Research: Conduct thorough market research to identify potential clients and understand market trends.
- Sales Strategy: Develop and implement effective sales strategies to achieve and exceed sales targets.
- Collaboration: Work closely with the operations team to ensure seamless service delivery to clients.
Qualifications:
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years in freight sales, with a strong focus on air and ocean freight.
- Skills: Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to close deals and achieve sales targets.
- Personality: Ambitious, aggressive hunter type with a strong drive to succeed. Not too corporate; entrepreneurial mindset.
- Location: Must be willing to live in Amsterdam or Rotterdam.
- Availability: Ready to start within 6 months, with final stages of the hiring process taking one week.
Why Join Us:
- Innovative Environment: Be part of a dynamic, non-corporate team that values innovation and excellence.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to daniel..
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