Sales Executive – LHR
Due to increased global growth, we are seeking for a Sales Executive to be part of our Sales team with our London Heathrow Office based in Slough of ALPI UK Ltd.
Office Hours: Monday Friday 08.30 hours 17.30 hours one-hour unpaid lunch
Salary: Up to £32,000
The ALPI Group is a recognized player in the Freight Forwarding and Transportation Industry who also specializes in the Supply Chain and Logistics Solutions. Albini & Pitigliani, that is where the acronym ALPI comes from.
With 70 years of history, our company has established best-practice standards in ground transportation, air and ocean shipments, customs clearance, and supply chain management. Still a family run company where people are treated as people, not numbers and considered for their value. With unchanged passion we strive to balance a growing company in a highly competitive industry, with family ethics and social responsibility.
We are looking for a sales professional who can demonstrate that they can:
Focus and drive to achieve targets
Identify sales opportunities whilst profiling all new businesses to understand intricately how we can support with freight / customs
Represent the company in the best possible light with internal and external stakeholders
Proactively scope new business opportunities
Track & manage the CRM system, ensuring ongoing liaison with existing clients & follow up of prospective customers
Demonstrate a track record of developing and enhancing current client portfolios
Liaising with customers, suppliers and overseas agents
Demonstrate technical selling skills and product knowledge
Excellent communication skills that include the ability to influence and negotiate where required
Skills, Experience and Competencies
At least 2+ years working experience in International Sales
Proven travelling sales experience, gained ideally within the Freight Forwarding sector
Knowledge and experience of Import/Export multimodal business
Knowledge/skills required for Road, Air and Ocean Freight sales and products
Demonstrate quality communication skills along with good presentation skills
Proficient with Microsoft packages especially Ms Excel and general PC knowledge
Good understanding of logistics processes and procedures
Must be able to prioritise and organise own workload with attention to detail
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Must be flexible with their working hours.
Company Benefits
Along with 20 days annual leave + Public holidays and yearly pension review we offer the following benefits:
Car allowance
Confidential EAP platform for you and your immediate family members as spouse/partners and children aged 16 to 24 in full-time education, living in the same household
Access to our Employee Discounts and Perks, which includes Grocery Shopping, Holidays, Movies, Sports, Wellness and many more.
After completing six months service, Alpi Uk Death in Service equal to three times your annual salary.
After one years service employees are eligible to join the Private Medical Scheme (application process required).
After one years service company contributions increase 9% for the Group personal Pension Plan.
Holiday loyalty days up to a maximum of 5 days (1 per each full year of employment completed)
If you feel this role is for you, please email us a copy of your CV to Alpi.hr@alpiuk.com
We actively encourage and promote diversity and are committed to equal opportunities for all.
Alpi UK is part of the Albini & Pitigliani Group www.alpiworld.com #Alpiness.
| Company Name | ALPI UK |
|---|---|
| Job Type | Full Time |
| Number of Positions Available | 1 |
| Town/City | Heathrow (Slough) |
| Salary To | £32,000 |
| Website Link / Email address to Apply | https://uk.alpiworld.com/ |
| Email For CV Applications | recruitment@alpiuk.com |
| Sector(s) | Transport and Logistics |