Full Time District Sales Executive Cape Town

District Sales Executive-Expeditors Full-timeCompany DescriptionWe’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business Peter Rose, Expeditors FounderGlobal supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.15,000 trained professionals250+ locations worldwideGlobally unified systemsJob DescriptionThese are the minimum results expected from a successful District Sales Executive:Manage an assigned territory and demonstrate extensive knowledge of potential customers and competitors in this areaTimely data entry in our Customer Relationship Management toolOrchestrate customer / branch relationships and collaborate with regional Product, Service, Geo, and Knowledge Management resourcesParticipate in the creation of value-added solutions for customer’s logistics needs, including supporting diagrams and cost-benefit calculationsSupport the transition of new accounts through customer introductions, information transfer, and securing any necessary customer paperwork. When needed, support AR (accounts receivable) collection.Attend training & development sessions tocontinue developing selling skills and updating Expeditors Product and Service knowledgeInvolvement in local trade groups, as directed by the District Sales ManagerTake on additional assignments as required, supporting company needsQualificationsDesired Skill-Sets and Characteristics The ability to meet with customers off-site on a regular basisOral and written proficiency in the English languageStrong problem solving, organizational, and interpersonal skillsAbility to work productively both individually and in a team environmentSense of urgency for goal achievementSelf-motivated with ability to work in a fast-paced and constantly changing environmentComfortable with regular data entry on a laptop computerStrong rapport and relationship-building focusedEmpowered to make quick decisions in response to changing conditionsExtroverted, confident, enthusiastic and persuasiveInfluences others to actionTimeliness and accountability for results