Key Facts

Remote From:

Anywhere

Full time

Senior (5-10 years)

English

Hard Skills

Other Skills

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Microsoft PowerPoint
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Teamwork
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Verbal Communication Skills
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Problem Solving

Roles & Responsibilities

A diploma or degree related to Transport, Logistics, or Supply Chain Management with 5+ years of experience in the freight forwarding and logistics industry, including experience in a business development or sales role with an existing customer base
Strong presentation, communication, and negotiation skills in Sinhala and English
Strong understanding of logistics operations and the freight industry, products and services with a proven track record in business development or sales within the freight forwarding sector
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint); ability to utilize computer applications as an added advantage

Requirements:

Achieve and exceed gross profit targets monthly, quarterly, and annually while maximizing profits of assigned accounts
Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline through lead generation, prospecting, and networking; acquire new local and international accounts; negotiate competitive rates with FCL/LCL and transport service providers
Develop and manage relationships with key customer accounts and overseas agents; coordinate with internal teams to resolve client issues and ensure smooth export procedures, including handling air freight shipments and rate negotiations
Monitor accounts receivable as per company guidelines, resolve contractual and commercial disputes, support the business development team, and oversee monthly department checklists

InTalent Asia

Human Resources, Staffing & Recruiting

About InTalent Asia

InTalent Asia is an Executive Search company operating in more than 9 countries with headquarters in Colombo, Sri Lanka, specializing in C-Level to Executive level appointments. Our trusted&expertrecruitershavehelpedourclientslandthebest executives who have it in them to be in the position that begs enormous decision-making powers. At InTalent Asia, we don’t just believe in selecting our candidates from the array of CV’s ready available in our database, we hunt actively for HR capability that works for you. We believe in quality, whether it’s a short-term need or a longterm objective. Our areas of expertise do not include finding jobs for people or responding to unsolicited resumes. We fill positions for our clients’ companies and that involves searching through our networks for the best talent. Our commitment to quality delivery in a given time frame has continued to put us at the front row for the past years. Our clients are from a broad range of sectors such as information technology, Manufacturing, Marketing, Finance, Retail Sectors and they all have one thing in common. They needed an organization to partner with them to achieve their operational goals–that’s why they choose us!

Company type: Startup

Industry: Human Resources, Staffing & Recruiting

Founded: 2018

Company size: 11 - 50

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Job description

We are hiring!

Job Title: Assistant Manager Business Development

Job location CMB (HO)
Working hours 8 AM - 5 PM (onsite), SAT 9 AM - 1 PM (remote working unless requested to be present at the office)
Working days Monday -Friday, Saturday 1/2 Day

How to Apply:

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Requirements:

A diploma or degree related to Transport or Logistics & Supply Chain Management with 5+ years of experience in the freight forwarding and logistics industry with similar experience in a business development or a sales position with an existing customer base
Good presentation skills, communication skills, and negotiation skills in both Sinhala and English
A strong understanding of logistics operations and the freight industry, products, and services
A proven track record of success in business development or a sales role within the freight forwarding industry
Proficiency in computer applications such as MS Office, MS Word, and MS PowerPoint will be an added advantage
The company core values that are to collaborate, empower and engage

Responsibilities

Achieving and exceeding the gross profit target on a monthly, quarterly, or annual basis
Building and maintaining a strong sales pipeline through lead generation, prospects, and networking efforts
Resolving any issues faced by clients and being a median between your customer and the internal teams
Monitoring and collecting accounts receivables based on the company guidelines New account acquisitions, both local and international
Negotiating competitive rates with FCL/LCL and transport service providers and carriers
Managing and maximizing profits of individual and assigned accounts
Coordinating with overseas agents and ensuring smooth operation of export procedures
Developing and managing relationships with key customer accounts and carriers
Handling Air freight shipments, freight rate negotiations and monitoring operations
Resolving contractual and commercial disputes
Supporting the business development team
Monitoring monthly checklists of the department

Ready to take your career to new heights? We're InTalent Asia, your go-to recruitment partner in Sri Lanka, and we've got an exciting opportunity for you! Our client lookout for a dynamic individual to fill the role of Assistant Manager Business Development.

At InTalent Asia, we're not just recruiters; we're here to architect your career success. Join us in the journey of matching your skills with unparalleled opportunities. Apply now and see how you can be the perfect fit for this exclusive position!

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