Our client is a global freight forwarder, although shipping world-wide they are a specialist shipper to Africa, the Middle East, India and Pakistan. Working with local partners on every continent this ensures they can offer you the best advice and sea freight options available.
Well established they are looking to strengthen the Sales department and are now recruiting for an Internal Freight Sales clerk to join the team at their offices in Bradford
This is a crucial role that contributes directly to the profitability of the company, involving taking customer enquiries, providing quotations whilst gaining new business. You will be expected to be proactive in the role and maintain and develop business relationships. Effective communication and close team working is key.
Key responsibilities are as follows
* To provide accurate, competitive pricing to customers and the external sales team
* To maximise Profit Per Job (PPJ) whilst maintaining a realistic price
* Dealing with customers' queries/enquiries via telephone/email.
* Calculate and advise rates to customers & the external sales team
* Provide customers with quotes as requested/required.
* Deal with Invoice and price disputes.
* Work with rate sheets.
* Develop and grow long-term relationships with customers and shipping companies
* Price up bookings and monitor and maintain pricing inbox.
Experience required
* Previous experience of working in a commercial environment
* Experience of working in import/export freight forwarding company or other Transport/logistics related market
* Excellent customer service and sales skills
* Ability to work to deadlines/targets for self and others
* Strong desire to satisfy customer needs and achieve results
* Proactive and positive attitude
* Active team player
* Good IT skills - with a good knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel and Outlook
Salary and Benefits
* Salary 28,000 -30,000 depending on experience.
* Working hours - 9-5:15 flex
* Holidays - 22 days + Bank hols to start
* Pension
Back to searchInternal Sales Coordinator - Freight
Freight Personnel
Posted 12 days ago, valid for 12 days
Bradford, West Yorkshire BD1 2SU, England
£28000 - £32000/annum Pension, Bonus, 22 days holiday
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- Our client, a global freight forwarder specializing in shipping to Africa, the Middle East, India, and Pakistan, is seeking an Internal Freight Sales Clerk in Bradford.
- This role is essential for the company's profitability, involving customer inquiries, providing quotations, and acquiring new business.
- Candidates should have previous experience in a commercial environment, preferably in import/export freight forwarding or logistics, along with excellent customer service skills.
- The position offers a salary ranging from £28,000 to £30,000, depending on experience, with flexible working hours and 22 days of holiday plus bank holidays.
- Proactive communication and teamwork are crucial for success in this role, as well as strong IT skills in Microsoft Office applications.
