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Form of workABOUT MAINFREIGHT
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 27 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.
ABOUT THE ROLE
An exciting new opportunity has become available within the Mainfreight Transport Narangba Branch in the role of Sales Cadet.
- Spend 12-24 months ‘hands on’ experience learning the business from the ground up within key transport functions such as depot operations, administration, sales and customer service.
- Exposure to the wider business, including warehousing, international forwarding and local cartage (understanding of the global business – who we are and what we do).
- Attendance at internal and external sales skills training sessions.
- Involvement in Group state sales meetings and conferences.
- Upon the completion of your Sales Cadetship, you will move into customer facing business development executive role receiving a company car, laptop and mobile.
- Autonomous and dynamic role performing a variation of different tasks such as prospecting, appointment setting, attending customer meetings, proposals, KPI reporting and closing.
- You will work closely with your fellow sales team members across different Mainfreight brands locally, interstate and globally building your professional network within the business and leveraging key customer relationships.
- Be a part of an energetic and rapidly growing team.
SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
- Previous sales experience valuable, but not necessary.
- An absolute desire to delight customers and a genuine ‘Can Do’ attitude.
- Promotable, self-motivated, driven and strong desire to develop and succeed.
- Strong written, verbal and oral skills.
- Enjoys meeting and talking to people.
- Curious mind and genuine interest in supply chain and logistics.
- Have an aptitude for self-learning and taking initiative towards own professional development.
- Immaculate presentation.
HOW WE WILL SUPPORT YOU
- Opportunities to progress within the business locally and globally as we promote our people from within.
- In-house training and induction to give you an understanding on the key functions of Mainfreight divisions and key operating systems.
- Weekly debriefs with your manager to provide guidance throughout your sales journey.
- Fantastic Team Environment.
If you are up for a challenge, looking for progression in your career and have the skills and attributes required, please submit both a cover letter and resume in your application.
