ABOUT THE COMPANY Our 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 ROLE Our 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 YOU Our 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 opportunities Maintaining and developing existing customers for additional growth Liaising directly with shipping lines for relevant pricing support Working collaboratively with the broader sales team Excellent time management and organisational skills Thinks outside the box and will use your initiative Attention to detail A team player with the ability to work well under pressure Pro-active and resourceful with excellent time management B2B solution selling experience CargoWise experience would be an advantage Strong communication; verbal and written Excellent negotiation and numerical skills Professional attitude and presentation as well as highly motivated Be able to seal the deal #J-18808-Ljbffr