Plymouth | £30,000 - £35,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits
Are you working in freight forwarding and looking to move into a more commercial role? Or are you already in internal sales and ready for your next challenge?
We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established international logistics provider that is investing heavily in the growth of its commercial team.
Due to continued business expansion, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an Internal Sales Executive to join a fast-paced and supportive environment where you'll play a key role in driving business growth and developing customer relationships.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that values ambition, invests in its people and offers genuine career progression within a growing global organisation.
What's in it for you?
Salary of £30,000 - £35,000 depending on experience
Bonus scheme upon successful completion of probation
Private medical insurance after 2 years' service
Pension with employer contributions matched up to 8%
Life Assurance
25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays
Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development
Genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing international logistics business
A supportive, collaborative culture where your contribution is recognised and rewarded
The Role
As an Internal Sales Executive, you'll be responsible for managing enquiries, generating quotations and proactively developing business with both new and existing customers. Working closely with the wider sales, procurement, marketing and operations teams, you'll ensure customers receive competitive solutions and outstanding service from the initial enquiry through to handover for operational delivery.
This is a highly proactive role where you'll identify opportunities, analyse customer booking trends and help maximise revenue across a range of freight services.
Key Responsibilities
Respond to sales enquiries from new and existing customers via phone, email and web enquiries.
Produce accurate and competitive freight quotations across multiple transport modes.
Proactively follow up quotations, negotiate where appropriate and convert opportunities into confirmed business.
Monitor customer booking activity, identify gaps and re-engage customers to maximise business opportunities.
Identify opportunities to introduce additional services and trade lanes.
Build and maintain strong customer relationships through regular communication.
Accurately maintain customer records, quotations and sales activity within the CRM system.
Support operational teams by providing pricing and rate assistance where required.
Work closely with internal departments to deliver an exceptional customer experience.
Ensure all activities are completed in line with industry regulations and company procedures.
About You
We're looking for someone who has:
Experience within freight forwarding or logistics.
Previous internal sales or commercial experience would be advantageous, although not essential for candidates with strong operational freight forwarding experience.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
A proactive, enthusiastic and positive approach to sales.
Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
Good time management and the ability to prioritise multiple tasks.
The ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
A desire to develop commercially and build a long-term career within logistics.If you're looking to take the next step in your logistics career with a business that's committed to developing its people and expanding its commercial team, we'd love to hear from you.
WR Logistics are a leading recruitment partner for the logistics and supply chain industry, recruiting across the UK, Europe, and the USA for permanent opportunities.
WR Logistics is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
Salary description
£30000.00 - £35000.00 per year