Business Development Executive – Freight Forwarding

We are recruiting for a Business Development Executive for our client in the Transport & Logistics Industry, based in North Dublin.

The successful individual will be responsible for managing the customer base in his designated area of responsibility, and for identifying new areas of growth to increase business and drive profitability.

Responsibilities:

• Focus on development of new business revenue growth through prospecting, qualifying and closing the deal
• Prepare tenders, reports, presentations, approve rates for customers
• Generate and follow up on qualified leads in line with company specific requirements
• Analyse clients’ needs and propose company specific solutions and close the deal
• Ensure consistent achievement of all relevant product/monthly targets
• Manage all relevant internal administrative processes
• Manage and retain client relationships on all levels and provide a professional service including after- sales service, client enquiries and regular follow ups
• Ensure effective and ongoing communication between the operations teams and customer
• Ensure understanding of various freight products
• Keep abreast of competition services and markets