Senior Business Development Manager - Air Freight

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and contact prospective customers, assess customer needs and match with products / services
• Seek opportunities for increased and profitable sales on new and existing accounts; make presentations to prospective or existing accounts to propose rate structures and service options
• Actively pursue new business opportunities and drive KPIs
• Manage an assigned territory with extensive knowledge of potential customers and competitors
• Foster customer and station relationships while collaborating with regional resources
• Facilitate the transition of new accounts through introductions, information transfer, and securing necessary customer paperwork; assist with accounts receivable collection when needed
• Generate and analyze sales reports to track performance, identify trends, and measure progress towards sales targets

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of successful sales experience within the forwarding industry, demonstrating a strong hunter sales mentality driven by goals and self-motivation, AFR experience strongly preferred
• Proficient in using a CRM system and MS Office Products
• Skilled in building rapport and fostering strong customer relationships, with the ability to regularly meet with customers off-site
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
• Strong negotiation skills to effectively navigate complex sales deals and contract agreements
• Demonstrate a sense of urgency in achieving goals; adaptable and self-motivated in fast-paced, dynamic environments
• Empowered to make quick decisions in response to changing conditions
• Skilled in effectively persuading and motivating others to take action

Pay Range

$93,142.50 - $124,190.00+ (Based on Experience)

Benefits

• 401(k) Match: $1-for-$1 match up to 4% quarterly + 2% annual base contribution.
• Stock Purchase Plan: Ability to purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a discounted rate.
• Medical: Comprehensive plans covering preventive care, inpatient/outpatient services, and prescriptions.
• Vision: Optional coverage for exams, frames, and contacts.
• Dental: Optional coverage for preventive, basic, and major services.
• Paid Time Off: 7 major holidays, 8 floating holidays, and accrued vacation/sick days.

Equal Opportunity Employer

DHL Global Forwarding is committed to equal employment opportunities, evaluating all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.