External Sales Consultant Jobs in Durban, South Africa at Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd

Red Ember Recruitment is seeking an External Sales Consultant for our client in Durban.

Requirements

Shipping experience with minimum 6 years in shipping or similar environment.
Sales experience at least 2 years in ship’s agency sales.
Education, tertiary qualification in maritime studies/import/export advantageous.
Interpersonal skills, must be able to handle difficult clients and portray a corporate image.
Teamwork is crucial, must be a team player.
Computer literacy requirements e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Email.
Work under pressure, with minimal supervision.
Admin work with high degree of accuracy.
Valid Driver’s license.
Time management, strong planning and organizing skills is a crucial requirement.

Duties

Minimum of 8 client visits per week.
New business development, identify and secure new clients.
Client retention by maintain existing relationships.
Filing and checking of SQs.
Freight applications:
Apply for rates, routings, feeder space, waivers, etc.
Provide customers with freight rate quotations.
Provide customer support, i.e. handling of shipment and service queries if required.
Liaise with Principal on BIZ matters.
Share guidelines, notices, sailing schedules.
Database updates.
Client entertainment, organize functions and entertainment.
Work on tenders and freight contracts negotiations.

Title: External Sales Consultant

Company: Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd

Location: Durban, South Africa

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