AddressABOUT THE BUSINESS
Mainfreight is in the essential service of global supply chain logistics. We partner with our customers to provide the full spectrum of warehousing, domestic transport and international air and ocean freight services. Our operations are powered by a global team of 10,700 passionate people, world-class technologies, and can-do attitudes. We have 342 of our own branches operating in 27 countries, and our journey continues with exciting year-on-year growth.
ABOUT THE ROLE
If you are looking for a change or to begin a career in sales, then this role is the perfect opportunity for you to join our fun, fast pace and ever growing Mainfreight Newcastle sales team.
The Sales Cadetship Program will provide you with a fantastic opportunity to become an expert in domestic transport, learn valuable sales skills through on-the-job training and professional development whilst giving you greater exposure to wider supply chain aspects of our business.
The successful applicant does not require any prior experience in sales; but we are looking for an energetic and passionate person with a desire to transition into a full time Business Development Executive or Customer Development Executive role.
ABOUT THE CADETSHIP
- Hands on, structured training which can be adapted based on experience
- Learning all Transport functions and systems, including operations, administration, customer service and sales
- Exposure to the wider business, including warehousing, international forwarding and local cartage (understanding of our global business – who we are and what we do)
- Attendance at internal and external sales skills training sessions
- Involvement in Group sales meetings and conferences
The Successful Applicant Must:
- Have great attention to detail
- Be highly motivated and enjoy working in a fast-paced team environment
- Be creative and challenge the way we do things.
- Enjoy and be confident with face-to-face customer interaction.
- A willingness to learn is a must, as is excellent personal presentation.
- Strong internal drive to succeed showing initiative to develop their knowledge.
- Being a team player is paramount and essential!
HOW TO APPLY
If you are up for a challenge and excited by this opportunity, please submit your cover letter and CV by clicking on the "Apply" button.
