Job Description

We’re excited about the future, and we’d love you to be part of it. If you're passionate about shaping what comes next and making a meaningful impact, we’d be delighted to have you explore this role with us. We’re proud to offer a vibrant employee experience that fosters growth, collaboration, and opportunities across our diverse operations, creating an environment where you can thrive.

Join our team and let’s grow together!

Join our team at Goddard Enterprises Ltd - (GEL) and become a part of a continuously expanding and financially sound multinational conglomerate which has a robust presence across six diverse industries, spanning over 100 companies, strategically positioned in twenty-seven (27) countries in the Caribbean, Latin America and North America.

M&C Shipping a subsidiary of GEL and part of the GEL Shipping Division which comprises several entities providing a diverse suite of shipping, logistics, brokerage and tour services in the St. Lucia, St. Vincent, Grenada and Barbados. We are looking for an experienced and talented Business Development Representative This position reports to the Sales Manager.

The Role

The primary objective is to increase the company's market share and expand the customer base through direct marketing activities and effective execution of the company's sales and marketing strategy.

Responsibilities

• Solicits new business through in-person visits and telemarketing.

• Skillfully negotiate terms, prices and conditions to close deals.

• Liaise with key Shipping Line personnel for rate quotations, cargo bookings, cargo tracing, consolidation and other service-related functions.

• Prepare service contracts and rate proposals for filing with the Shipping Line pricing departments.

• Support the development and implementation of effective sales strategies to maximize revenue.

• Acquire market intelligence and execute new business development research.

• Track and analyze sales metrices to evaluate business performance.

Qualifications, Experience and requirements

• An Associate Degree in Business Management.

• At least two (2) years of successful sales experience.

• Excellent communication and relationship building skills.

• Strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities.

• Computer literate – the successful candidate must display proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook.

• Must have access to a vehicle and possess a valid driver's license to facilitate customer visits.

Benefits

An attractive remuneration and benefits package is being offered commensurate with the candidates’ experience. Our benefits package includes participation in the Group Life, Medical Insurance and Pension Schemes, opportunities for training & development and Paid time off for vacation. Through our Employee Share Option Plan (ESOP) you have the opportunity to be a part-owner of GEL, let’s grow together!