BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

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Dar es Salaam, Kinondoni, Dar es Salaam, TZA
In-Office
Mid level
HR Tech • Professional Services • Consulting
The Role
Acquire and grow logistics business by prospecting customers, preparing proposals, conducting sales engagements, meeting revenue and volume targets, and managing customer portfolios. The role requires expertise selling ocean freight, including LCL and FCL, and air freight services. Responsibilities also include analyzing account performance, supporting marketing activities, collaborating with product and sales teams, maintaining client relationships, and tracking sales KPIs.
Summary Generated by Built In
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
* Acquire and grow new business opportunities while maintaining strong relationships with assigned customers
* Prepare commercial proposals and lead strategic customer engagements to meet revenue and volume targets
* Collaborate with product teams to ensure competitive customer pricing and service execution
* Analyse account performance and implement improvements to maximize customer value
* Schedule and conduct sales calls to new customers and within a targeted industry
* Achieve your sales KPI on a monthly basis
* Manage and maintain relationships of customers you've won in your portfolio
* Provide marketing support and knowledge within the company
* Utilize a pro-active approach of cooperative teamwork in assisting sales professionals and managers throughout company to sell and support accounts
* Continually improve your knowledge of products and services, and follow the changes in industry to develop new products

Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS
* Bachelor's degree in business administration, sales & marketing, or a related field
* Should be an active salesperson in the logistics sector for at least 3 years running up to 2026
* Detailed knowledge of selling Ocean freight (LCL and FCL) and Air freight Products
* Results oriented and ambitious for future leadership roles
* Proven track record of success in business development, preferably in the logistics or transportation industry
* Strong understanding of logistics operations, supply chain management, and transportation services
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
* Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders at all levels
* Results-driven mindset with a focus on achieving targets and objectives
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
* Willingness to travel as required for client meetings and industry events

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, sales and marketing, or a related field
  • At least three years of active sales experience in the logistics sector through 2026
  • Detailed knowledge of selling ocean freight products, including LCL and FCL
  • Detailed knowledge of selling air freight products
  • Proven business development success, preferably in logistics or transportation
  • Strong understanding of logistics operations, supply chain management, and transportation services
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
  • Ability to build and maintain client and stakeholder relationships
  • Results-driven mindset focused on targets and objectives
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  • Willingness to travel for client meetings and industry events
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The Company
Republic
6 Employees
Year Founded: 2023

What We Do

Ubuntu Impact Limited is a Human Capital Consulting Firm committed to delivering reliable solutions that drive positive change and foster substantial growth for organizations and people.

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