Business Development- Energy Solutions

The Business development manager (BDM) is responsible for increasing gross profit and market share while developing ongoing relationships with new and existing customers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Utilize market data and develop sales strategies to increase customer base
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of products and services offered by the company
• Travel throughout assigned territory to meet with regular and prospective customers
• Able to develop and maintain strong business relationships
• Provide pricing, credit terms and prepare sales contracts for orders obtained
• Provide activity reports and sales plans for the assigned territory
• Actively participate in aggressive sales and skills training
• Adhere to all requirements outlined in the Sales Policy
• Other duties as may be assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills
• Thorough knowledge of transportation industry logistics and freight forwarding
• Thorough knowledge of successful sales techniques
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office suite
• Detail oriented, able to multitask and meet deadlines
• Self-motivated, able to work in a team and independently
• Must have valid driver’s license and safe driving record

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• College degree preferred
• 3-5 years successful sales experience in freight forwarding, logistics and or transportation industry
• Experience with CMS system