Career Directions Ltd

Sales Executive(Logistics)

Career Directions Ltd  •  Nairobi, KE (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description


The Sales Executive – Logistics will be responsible for driving business growth through identifying opportunities,building strong client relationships, and delivering tailored logistics solutions. This role requires a proactive professional with proven sales experience, strong industry knowledge, and the ability to manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing.

Key Responsibilities


Business Development & Market Analysis

  • Identify prospects and evaluate their position in the logistics industry.

  • Research and analyze sales options to expand market share.

  • Conduct market research and customer surveys to determine requirements for existing and future services

  • Sales & Client Engagement

  • Sell logistics services by establishing contact and developing relationships with prospects.

  • Recommend solutions tailored to client needs.

  • Follow up on leads, quotes, and requests to secure new business.

  • Actively visit clients to ensure satisfaction and long-term partnerships.

  • Attain monthly sales turnover targets.

  • Account & Relationship Management

  • Develop and maintain long-term relationships with clients and key partners.

  • Facilitate timely resolution of customer issues and queries.

  • Administer client accounts, quotations, invoicing, and payment dispatches.

  • Assist in negotiating tender and contract terms to meet both client and company needs.

Reporting & Compliance

  • Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information.

  • Maintain quality service by enforcing organizational standards.

  • Stay current on industry trends, competitor activities, and market developments.

  • Comply with Occupational Health & Safety (OHS), Environmental, and Quality Management
    Systems.

  • Promote and maintain Integrated Management System requirements within scope of activities.

Professional Development

  • Maintain technical and professional knowledge through workshops, networking, and benchmarking best practices.

Other Duties

  • Carry out any other responsibilities within the scope and grading of the role as requested by
    management.


Requirements


Qualifications&Experience

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Logistics, or a related field.
Diploma holders with extensive logistics industry experience will be considered.

Experience:

  • Minimum of 3 years’ proven sales experience, preferably in logistics, supply chain, or related industries.

  • Proven track record in logistics, transportation, or supply chain sales with a strong pipeline of clients and industry network.

  • Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed sales targets.

  • Strong negotiation, communication, and client relationship management skills.

Competencies

  • Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.

  • High level of professionalism, integrity, and customer focus.

  • Proficiency in MS Office and CRM tools.


Benefits


Benefits

  • Competitive commissions tied to performance.

  • Comprehensive medical cover.

  • Pension plan.

  • Transport allowance.

  • Meals provided.
Career Directions Ltd

About Career Directions Ltd

CDL is a proactive Human Resource Management consultancy firm specializing in Strategic Labour Force Outsourcing, Recruitment, Training, Payroll Processing and Total Human Resource Management. Since 2003, we have been a one-stop shop for all HR related queries and support in and around East Africa. We champion best practice in Human Resource while going the extra mile to proactively address workers needs in order to achieve optimum productivity & profitability.

Our Mission

To support and contribute to our partners success while improving the lives'​ of the community.

Our Vision

To be a partner of choice in providing quality manpower outsourcing solutions.

Our Core Values

1.Professionalism: Conducting our business in the most professional way

2.Respect: Giving due respect to self and others and maintain the environment of teamwork and growth.

3.Passion: To be passionate in all we do.

4.Integrity: To act with honesty and integrity without compromising the truth.

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Nairobi, KE
Year Founded
2003
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