Logistics Business Development Manager
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Job Location:
Cape Town - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
A well-established international logistics provider is strengthening its Cape Town commercial team and is looking to appoint an experienced Business Development Manager with a strong background in Air and Sea Freight sales.
This role is ideal for a results-driven sales professional who understands the complexities of international logistics and is focused on profitable long-term client acquisition not short-term volume chasing.
This role is ideal for a results-driven sales professional who understands the complexities of international logistics and is focused on profitable long-term client acquisition not short-term volume chasing.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive new business acquisition within Air and Sea Freight services
- Identify qualify and convert high-value logistics opportunities
- Prepare accurate freight costings and tailored service proposals
- Present end-to-end logistics solutions aligned to client requirements
- Manage the onboarding and implementation of new clients
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key accounts
- Maintain accurate CRM records and structured sales reporting
- Achieve agreed sales targets while protecting margin
- Operate in line with internal quality management systems and compliance standards
Minimum Requirements
- Matric (Essential)
- Sales & Marketing qualification (Advantageous)
- 5 years sales experience in a service-based environment
- Minimum 3 years in Clearing & Forwarding
- Strong working knowledge of:
- International Trade & INCOTERMS
- Tariff structures and freight pricing
- Air & Sea Freight operations
- CRM systems and Microsoft Office
- Proven track record in hunter-style sales roles
The Ideal Candidate
- Commercially astute with strong pricing and negotiation skills
- Disciplined self-motivated and target-driven
- Confident communicator at all business levels
- Analytical thinker with a solutions-driven mindset
- Resilient and comfortable operating independently
- Passionate about building sustainable profitable client portfolios
Whats on Offer
- Competitive remuneration aligned to experience and performance
- Opportunity to grow within a reputable international logistics business
- Autonomy to build and manage your own sales pipeline
- Exposure to complex global logistics operations
- Long-term career progression for top performers
Only candidates meeting the minimum requirements will be considered.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Business Development
- Sales Experience
- B2B Sales
- Marketing
- Cold Calling
- Account Management
- Territory Management
- Salesforce
- Affiliate Marketing
- CRM Software
- negotiation
- Lead Generation
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