Development Assistant (Inside Sales)

 

 

 

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DSV - Global transport and logistics

 

In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers.  Read more at www.dsv.com 

 

Location: USA - Torrance, S Western Ave 

Division: Air & Sea 
Job Posting Title: Development Assistant (Inside Sales) 
Time Type: Full Time

 

 

Summary

 

The Development Assistant is an Inside Sales support role. This position is responsible for managing small and medium-sized enterprise accounts. The position combines customer relationship management, lead generation, and administrative support to contribute to overall business growth.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

 

• Schedule and coordinate client meetings and calls
• Managing and follow up on sales leads to generating new business opportunities
• Independently manage small business accounts, including onboarding, pipeline development, and initial sales activities
• Prepare, present, and negotiate tailored offers and solutions within Courier parcel and express product.
• Supporting the Development Manager in lead generation, customer follow-up, and pipeline management
• Develop and expand relationships with existing clients while building a personal customer portfolio
• Monitor and analyze market trends and developments to identify opportunities
• Ensure accurate maintenance of the CRM database
• Collaborate with colleagues across divisions to ensure seamless account management

 

Qualifications & Experience

 

• 1–3 years of experience in inside sales, sales support, or customer service (preferably within logistics, parcel carriers, or freight forwarding companies)
• Proven experience in managing customer accounts and generating new business opportunities
• Solid product and market knowledge in the courier, express, and parcel (CEP) sector are an advantage
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken; additional languages are an advantage
• Confident user of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint) and CRM systems

 

Skills & Competencies

 

• Sales-driven mindset with a clear focus on achieving results
• Proactive and results-driven, with the ability to balance support tasks and independent account management
• Strong interpersonal skills with a professional, approachable, and reliable personality
• Skilled at building and maintaining long-term customer partnerships
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities

 

At-Will Employment

 

DSV Air & Sea Inc. employees are hired for an undefined period of time as “at will” employees. This means that an employee may be terminated for any reason, or no reason at all, at any time, provided the discharge does not violate any law*. Additionally, each employee has the right to terminate his/her employment at any time. *Except if employed in Montana, where termination requires just cause.

 

 

For this position, the expected base pay is: $21 - $25 / hour.  Actual base compensation will be determined based on various factors including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, geographic location and other objective business considerations.  

 

DSV provides a comprehensive package of health benefits including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with flexible and health spending accounts, short and long-term disability