SALE EXECUTIVE
Role Overview
The Sales Executive will support the commercial team in developing customer relationships, generating new business opportunities, and delivering high levels of customer service. Working closely with the Dublin Sales Manager and wider operations team, the role provides an excellent opportunity to develop experience within the shipping, logistics, and commercial sectors.
The successful candidate will assist with sales enquiries, sales visits, customer communications, quotation preparation, and general business development activities while gaining valuable industry knowledge and commercial experience in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Dublin Sales Manager and commercial team in day-to-day sales and customer service activities
Assist in identifying and developing new business opportunities through research, outbound calls, and client engagement
Prepare and issue quotations to existing and prospective customers in a timely and professional manner
Respond to customer enquiries by phone and email and ensure all queries are handled efficiently
Build and maintain positive working relationships with customers, shipping lines, and internal departments
Assist with maintaining customer records, pricing information, and sales documentation
Liaise with shipping lines and other service providers to obtain current rates and operational information
Support customer visits, meetings, and general business development activities as required
Develop an understanding of shipping, logistics, and port operations through ongoing training and practical experience
Assist the commercial team in achieving departmental targets and objectives
Carry out additional duties and administrative tasks as reasonably required by management
Skills & Experience
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop professionally
Good organisational and administrative skills
Customer-focused with strong attention to detail
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer systems
Minimum 2 years of previous Freight/Sales experience required
A knowledge of freight CRM systems is required.
What We Offer
Opportunity to build a career within the shipping and logistics industry
Training and development within a supportive commercial team
Exposure to international shipping, logistics, and port operations
Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
Dynamic and fast-paced working environment
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