Sales Manager UK - #1746082

COMPANY            GBA Logistics - Freight Services Business Unit

JOB TITLE            Sales Manager UK

SHIFTS                  Monday - Friday, full-time

BASE              Birmingham, UK

GBA Logistics has been delivering logistics solutions since 1987 and are a leading family-owned logistics company. We target the top end of the logistics value-chain, and our passion is to solve our customers problems. We are in the top 50 Logistics Companies in the UK with annual turnover in excess of £100m. With a base in 5 European countries and a growing presence in mainland Europe, we are looking for a UK Sales Manager to play a major role in our Freight Services team.

Our people are our most important asset and are crucial to the success of our business. We are one big family and care passionately about the work we do and the service provided to our customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and prospect new clients within the assigned verticals.
• Manage and expand the existing client portfolio, fostering strong and lasting business relationships.
• Plan and conduct regular client visits to present our services and tailor solutions to each client's specific needs.
• Prepare and negotiate commercial proposals, including pricing and contractual terms.
• Collaborate with the traffic and operations departments to ensure the feasibility and efficiency of the services offered.
• Conduct post-sale follow-ups to ensure client satisfaction and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain up-to-date commercial information in the CRM system and prepare periodic activity and performance reports.
  
  

You

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial roles within the road freight transport sector
• Education in International Trade, Logistics, Sales, or related fields.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer-oriented skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive approach to achieving goals.
• Availability for frequent travel within the national territory.
• Proficiency in computer tools and CRM systems.
  
  

What We Can Offer

• Performance-based bonus
• Car allowance
• Long term career with a stable market leader
• Holiday loyalty scheme
• Company Health Care Scheme
• Company Sick Pay
• Learning and Development opportunities
  
  

What do our people say?

“Family Values and truly are. Will do utmost for staff: Driver allowed to take grand-daughter to prom in vehicle. Supported charity bike ride by supplying vehicle. Engaged with staff for helping with problems

“Fair rate of pay. Cycle to work scheme. Employee health care scheme. Made to feel like family. Supportive HR. Team building exercises even if it is a meal and a drink.”

“Great place to work with good rates of pay throughout. Progression and development are key elements of the business and shows a true reflection on how the company want to help the growth of their employees.”

“The feeling like you are a part of the business family meant I settled in very quickly as I felt very included and that I could talk to my colleges.”

“I am really enjoying working for GBA, management are very friendly and supportive, they respect you. HR department is very welcoming and continuously driving to develop the company, whilst taking onboard and listening to employees views. GBA offer flexibility within my role and there is a good work-life balance.”

GBA Logistics is an equal opportunities employer. Our people have made us the success that we are today and are the key to our continued growth moving forwards. We recognise the unique and valuable contributions that arise from a diverse and inclusive workforce built up from people with different backgrounds, cultures, experiences, and skillsets, that when combined together, help our business to thrive.

Our recruitment process is fair and equitable to ensure that all candidates are duly considered and supported. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please email our Recruitment Team via [email protected]