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Form of workABOUT THE BUSINESS
Mainfreight is in the business of global supply chain logistics. Put simply, we partner with our customers to provide the full spectrum of Warehousing, Domestic Transport, Wharf Cartage and International Air and Ocean Freight services. Our operations are powered by a global team of more than 11,000+ passionate people, world-class technology and a can-do attitude. We currently operate in 315 branches across 26 countries. We are one big family, and we are fiercely protective of our deep-rooted identity. Instead of embracing popular corporate conventions, we protect and nurture the unique culture, character and individuality that sets us apart.
We currently have an exciting opportunity available for a passionate individual to join the Adelaide Transport sales team in the role of Sales Cadet.
Based out of our new state of the art purpose-built facility in Regency Park, the Sales Cadetship will provide you with full exposure to our business over a 12–24-month period, learning the ropes from the ground up. As part of this structured cadetship, you will spend a minimum of 12 months in our operations (both AM and PM Shifts) before moving your way through the Customer Service, Transport and Administration teams. Following this time, you will then move into the sales team in an office-based support role until an on-road business or customer development role becomes available.
It is vital that before selling our service to potential customers you understand our business, our operation, and importantly our culture. The first 12 months working in the operation is very hands on and is not for the faint hearted. It will include the loading, unloading, securing/strapping, and scanning of palletised freight. Our AM operation commences at 4.30am and our PM operation commences at 12.30pm.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
- A supportive and structured pathway leading into a sales focused career (ultimately as either a Business Development Executive or Customer Development Executive)
- 12 - 24 months learning pathway – tailored to the individual candidate
- Learning all of Mainfreight Transport functions and systems, including operations, administration, customer service, sales support before moving into an on-road sales role
- Exposure to the wider business including International, Warehousing, and Wharf Cartage
- Structured fortnightly de-briefs with the sales manager
- Attendance at both internal and external sales courses
- Involvement in group state sales meetings and conferences
Upon successful completion of the cadetship, you will be provided with appropriate tools of the trade to help you succeed in your sales career, including laptop, phone, and a fully maintained company vehicle.
For this cadetship, we are looking for someone who is truly passionate about a customer facing sales career. You must be willing to learn from the ground up, get your hands dirty, and at the same time have a high level of personal presentation and professionalism.
HOW TO APPLY
If you are ready to kickstart your sales career, please submit your resume and cover letter by clicking the Apply Now button.
