Business Development Director - Italian Trade Lanes
GEODIS · Elk Grove Village, IL · 2 wk ago
On-siteSalesFull-time
About the role
Creates the strategy for the development of the Italian Trade Lanes business. Develops and owns the relationships with all North American Customer(s) and works with the other regional directors in this segment, as well as the global strategy partner. Drives the value propositions and personally leads the proposals for the identified must wins. Works with the Regions on budgets, prospect opportunities and strategic requirements. Owns/supports RFI’s and RFQ’s and ensures the bids are completed. Develops growth for the Italian Trade Lanes portfolio. Leads a team that is created to build this business.
Responsibilities
- Travel to Italy a minimum of twice per year, and host reciprocating visits from customers from Italy
- Develop and maintain a proven record of business development success
- Leverage deep knowledge of industry, markets, and sectors with validated contacts
- Apply 10+ years of freight forwarding experience
- Demonstrate solid operational knowledge and communicate effectively about customer operations
Benefits
- Access wages early with the Rain financial wellness app
- Free telemedical access to doctors and therapists through First Stop Health (available on the first day of employment)
- Health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days of employment
- 401k match
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Access to career development, employee resource groups, and mentorship programs
- Employee discounts
- Employee perks including fitness class discounts and free access to a relaxation and meditation app
- Free financial wellness programs
- Daycare discount program
- Opportunities to volunteer and give back to your community