External Sales Consultant (Shipping)

• My client is seeking an External Sales Consultant to join their dynamic team in Johannesburg.

Minimum requirements:

• Matric
• Tertiary qualification in Maritime studies / Import / Export advantages
• Minimum of 6 years experience in shipping or similar environment
• At least 2 years experience in ships agency sales
• Valid drivers license
• Client visits 
• New business development, identify and secure new clients
• Client retention by maintain existing relationships
• Filing and checking of SQs
• Freight applications: Apply for rates, routings, feeder space, waivers, etc.
• Provide customers with freight rate quotations
• Provide customer support, i.e. handling of shipment and service queries if required.
• Liaise with Principal on BIZ matters
• Share guidelines, notices, sailing schedules
• Database updates
• Work on tenders and freight contracts negotiations