Sr. Director Business Development, Government & Defense
Hellmann Worldwide LogisticsAbout the role
About Us
Ready to rock the future with us? At Hellmann we put our people at the heart of everything we do, because for us, relationship matters. Joining us does not just mean becoming part of a global company. It is an invitation to shape the future of the logistics industry together with us. Our Hellmann culture is based on our four values: Caring, Entrepreneurial, Forward-Thinking and Reliable. These values resonate with yours? Then become part of our FAMILY that consists of around 10.000 employees in more than 200 locations worldwide.
For the better. Together.
The Sr. Director of Business Development oversees large national accounts and national sales programs for the Company's products and services. Ensures growth and expansion by developing new business while also maintaining existing accounts and increasing business based on approved budgetary requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prospects and qualifies new customers to maintain a target list of not less than 25 qualified pipeline opportunities
Provides input to management to respond to changing market conditions, to improve internal efficiency and maximize results
Maintains strong professional relationships with existing customers, including participating in regular customer business reviews,
Anticipates or identifies evolving customer needs
Assists in overseas campaigns and overseas visitors' requirements
Supports and assists in the attainment of company goals and objectives aligned with the Hellmann Sales Strategy
Ensures all bids are submitted in a timely manner to Tender Management for proper completion
Prepares client quotations and presentation of proposals
Maintains client records and commercial activity with complete and timely entry of information into the Hellmann customer relationship management “CRM” system
Updates CRM with activities as per company guidelines
Manages approximately 25 target customers
Travels as required
Serves as liaison between customer and operational staff
Performs other duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position does not supervise any direct reports.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Logistics/Supply Chain, or related field or equivalent combination of education and work experience will be considered in lieu of educational requirement
Possess a minimum of 10 years of related experience in sales, marketing, and customer service
Proven track record of increasing sales year over year
Possess a minimum of six years of sales experience in freight forwarding
Proficient knowledge of all Hellmann products and the Partner network
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
Financial acumen – understands business development strategy
Results-oriented – drives strategy and execution
Leadership – demonstrates professionalism
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