Sales Manager - Sussex Based

Sales Manager | Full time| Sussex based 

THE ROLE 

As Sales Manager forPalletforce Logistics, the main purpose of the role is to achieve the overall Palletforce Logistics budget objectives for Pallet Sales and Storage/Warehousing through effective client relationship development and commercial support. The role will suit a highly motivated graduate / apprentice / trainee / junior sales person who is prepared to work using their own initiative to identify commercial opportunities. 

You will be office based and will need to be within a commutable distance to Sussex. 

THE SALARY 

 Up to £40k per annum depending on experience, plus commission 

KEY RESPONSIBILITES:  

• Cultivate and nurture leads, overseeing the entire sales cycle to ensure a seamless transition into operations.
• Proactively seek outnew sales prospects through various channels, including cold calls, emails, and social media.
• Efficiently manage andmonitor your sales pipeline using CRM tools.
• Establish, foster, and sustain strategic relationships with potential clientele.
• Cultivate a strong network of current and prospective customers.
• Develop and present competitive pricing solutions forlogistics and related services. 

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:   

• A driven self starter looking to build a career in sales within the Logistics industry.
• A strong drive to pursuenew sales opportunities.
• Exceptional negotiation skills.
• Basics in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook - must be IT literate.
• Outstanding communication and telephone skills, accompanied by robust administrative and customer service abilities. 

REWARDS & BENEFITS 

We’ll support your development; help you grow and also offer you a competitive package that includes:  

• Competitive Annual Leave. 
• Car allowance or company car - driving licence essential as local travel for customer visits
• Reward Gateway – access to significant savings and cashback on 900+ top retailers, from groceries to wellness products, travel and much more!
• Health Care Cash Plan
• Excellent Pension Scheme 

We promote a culture which encourages innovative ideas, and we appreciate your talent is key to our success! 

“Let us be your employer of choice”.  

ABOUT US  

Palletforce have grown to become a predominate international supply chain partner to many of the world’s leading brands. We enable customer success through market leading air, ocean, surface freight, logistics, supply chain and technology solutions. Our growth is accelerating around the world.  

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION  

Equality, diversity and inclusivity are at the heart of everything Palletforce does.  We offer a diverse and inclusive community that respects individuals and enables them to strive for successin order to contribute positively and sustainably to the business.  By creating this environment in which everyone can express and develop their potential, from the moment they are hired and throughout their career, means ensuring that all our colleagues have the same opportunity to succeed, regardless of origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or affiliation with a political, religious, union, organisation or minority group.  

Palletforce reserves the right to close the vacancy before the stated closing date if a high volume of applications is received. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are not able to provide detailed feedback to applicants that were not shortlisted.   

You must have the legal right to live and work in the United Kingdom.   

If you have any queries, please contact: people@palletforce.com