AddressAbout this opportunity
Based in SGL’s Melbourne office located in Tullamarine and reporting to the National Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for further developing new business opportunities in the Victorian market. SGL provides ocean and air import and export, coastal shipping, project cargo, cross trade, valuable cargo, critical cargo, resources logistics and in-house customs management services.
About Sadleirs
Sadleirs is proudly Australian owned and operated since 1829, in fact, we are Australia’s oldest family-owned transport and logistics business. With a wealth of experience behind us and forward-thinking professionals driving us, Sadleirs perpetually succeeds as a reliable, trusted and customer focused industry partner to a diverse range of clients in the local and global markets.
The Ideal Applicant
Sadleirs Global Logistics (SGL) is seeking an energetic self-motivated Business Development representative with proven experience in B2B service sales, who presents professionally and with personality. A practical thinker with excellent social, verbal, and written English skills, you have the drive to succeed and are a genuine, positive, approachable, and accountable person.
Key Duties
- Research, identify and strategically approach compatible prospective clients.
- Develop business relationships and effectively manage your new business pipeline for every opportunity, to exceed KPI revenue targets.
- Assist in preparation of bids, RFQs and quotations with customers and suppliers.
- Consistently work with the sales and operational teams to deliver exceptional outcomes for our customers and company.
- Manage your performance and contribution through effective reporting.
Skills, Qualifications & Experience
- Two years plus experience working for a reputable company in B2B sales or Business Development role, ideally within the freight forwarding and logistics industry
- General business acumen and proven ability to meet KPI's and develop collaborative professional relationships
- Excellent communication, presentation, and time management skills
- Ability to lead new client meetings on and off site
- A refreshing and positive attitude, with an aptitude to learn quickly and think on your feet
- The right to live and work in Australia
- Consent to conduct National Police and Traffic Record checks
- A full Australian driver’s licence and own reliable vehicle.
Culture & Values at Sadleirs:
Sadleirs is a diverse and historic family-owned business specialising in Logistics, Global Freight and Packaging. We have expanded our infrastructure and services to become one of Australia’s most trusted brands.
Our culture is a product of our ‘Family Values’ – SAFE, One Sadleirs, Customer Commitment, Communicate Openly & Honestly, Empowerment and Respect. We use our values to make decisions and therefore we make a deliberate choice about what is important to us and our business.
We strive to recruit like-minded talent, who want to build their success on our Family Values.
Sadleirs recognise the value of diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.
What Sadleirs can offer you:
Enjoy working for a company that moves with the times, yet still has family values and an inclusive and enjoyable culture.
- Permanent full-time employment with Sadleirs
- A competitive base salary + super + car allowance + generous bonus structure
- Comprehensive induction and on-site training
- Opportunity for future career growth
- Free onsite Parking
- Access to our Employee Wellbeing Initiatives and Employee Recognition Programs; and
- Employee Benefits program with a wide range of retail discounts:
- Purchased Leave available annually
- Novated Lease
- Values recognition and awards
- Discounted Car Hire
- Discounted Health Insurance
At SGL we pride ourselves on outstanding service and strong business relationships. We recognise that this comes down to our people, our team. If you are our ideal candidate looking for a long-term career opportunity within a stable, supportive environment and opportunity for future growth, you will find it here with the team at SGL.
Send your resume and a cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit for the role.
We can't wait to meet you!
