Job Requirements
1 - 3 years of experience
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amarie
Last active 2 years ago
Job description for BD (hunting role) - Freight Forwarding at French Chamber Of Commerce In Singapore
On behalf of one of its clients, the French Chamber of Commerce is looking for a
Business Developer (hunting role)
Our client is a key player in the freight forwarding industry.
As a Business Developer, you will be part of a larger team within the Sales department in providing seamless and customer-focused solutions to support the achievement of business objectives.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Focus on local business development by getting new accounts or increasing the sales with existing accounts
- Seek new customers whose profiles match the strategy defined by the Sales Manager
- Develop market share with existing customers to an agreed annual target
- Generate leads, set appointments and present business proposals to potential customers through various communication channels, including face to face meetings, telephone calls, emails, etc.
- Manage and maintain pipelines, respond to requests for information in a timely manner and remain proactive and responsive to prospective customers
- Handle Request For Quote (RFQ) and tenders
- Participate in monthly and quarterly business review
- Protect the company’s benefit by strictly complying with all policies and regulations
- Effectively interacts with other departments including account management, operation & logistics teams, and finance department
- Study the market inclusive, but not limit to competitors, carriers, manufacturers, to be updated market trends, fluctuation, change
- Timely submission of sales report to direct manager or higher levels when required
Requirements
- Diploma / Degree in Logistics & Supply Chain Management or equivalent
- At least 1-2 years of experience in Logistics & Freight Forwarding industry with exposure to sales and business development
- Proficient in MS Office applications
- Good in communication and negotiation
- Strong organizational and management skills
- Strategic thinking and statistical analysis skills
- Proactive, resourceful with ability to work well independently or in groups