Location: Plumbago
Job Posting Title: Account Manager, New Business, Road Logistics
Time Type: Full Time

Main Purpose of The Role:

The main purpose of this role is to target specific High tech/value goods and/or financial industry business that fits the company ideal client and product profiles as well as to maintain/grow existing customer base. Strategic accounts need to be won, implemented and maintained for a 12-month period before handover to the retention team.

Minimum Requirements:

• Min 5 years Senior Key Account Management & New Business sales experience
• Experience in prospecting for strategic new business within High tech/value goods and/or financial industry
• Track record in achieving new business sales targets within High tech/value goods and/or financial industry
• Tender Management. Including but not limited to sourcing of information, pricing and ensuring professional output and meeting deadlines.
• Experience in selling High tech/value goods and/or financial industry distribution and presenting to C Level
• Maintain and grow existing customer base
• Experience with implementation of strategic accounts
• Reporting day to day to the General ManagerWeekly and Monthly reporting (where needed / requested)

Electives

• In-depth understanding of High tech/value goods and/or financial industry distribution and supply chain
• Strong administrative skills with high attention to detail
• Strong business development skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong commercial understanding
• Professional conduct & appearance

Computer packages:

•    MS Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint (Intermediate).
•    Advanced skill would be advantageous.

Qualifications:

•    Matric (Essential).

Duties and Responsibilities:

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 160,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you. 

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.

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Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should an external candidate not hear from us within four (4) weeks following their application, they should consider their application unsuccessful. Strictly fair and non-discriminatory selection procedures will be followed. We use Affirmative Action (AA) measures in an endeavor to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups. Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with DSV’s Employment Equity plans. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.