ABOUT THE COMPANYOur client is a reputable Freight Forwarder of 25 years who specialise in Import, Export & Coastal Sea Freight cargoes (FCL & LCL), Warehousing & Distribution and Customs Brokerage services. They have three operational offices across the country with Christchurch being head office.ABOUT THE ROLEOur client is looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to join the national organisation. This new role will be focused on the North Island, and will require some travel to manage the territory. Ideally, the role will be based between Auckland and the Bay of Plenty, or central North Island region. This is a hunting role with business opportunities around the wider North Island region. You will need to build strategic working relationships with customers, influencing decisions and making sound financial interpretations with a solid knowledge of our client products, services, procedures and processes.ABOUT YOUOur ideal candidate will have a passion for sales, and a proven industry track record that can demonstrate your achievements. The primary responsibilities of this role will include (but are not limited to):Finding, developing and managing new customer opportunitiesMaintaining and developing existing customers for additional growthLiaising directly with shipping lines for relevant pricing supportWorking collaboratively with the broader sales teamExcellent time management and organisational skillsThinks outside the box and will use your initiativeAttention to detailA team player with the ability to work well under pressurePro-active and resourceful with excellent time managementB2B solution selling experienceCargoWise experience would be an advantageStrong communication; verbal and writtenExcellent negotiation and numerical skillsProfessional attitude and presentation as well as highly motivatedBe able to seal the deal
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