Company:Transline International Ltd
Location:Southend-on-Sea Office
Employment Type:Full-time
Reporting to:Managing Director / Senior Management Team
About the Role
Transline International Ltd is seeking an ambitious and results-drivenBusiness Development Manager / Sales Managerto join our team at our Southend-on-Sea office.
This role is ideal for a commercially minded sales professional who can identify new business opportunities, build strong client relationships, manage existing accounts, and drive revenue growth. The successful candidate will play a key role in expanding Transline International’s client base and strengthening our position within the market.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities across target markets.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients.
- Manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting and lead generation through to negotiation and closing.
- Prepare quotations, proposals, presentations, and commercial offers.
- Develop and maintain a healthy sales pipeline.
- Meet and exceed agreed sales targets and KPIs.
- Conduct market research to identify trends, competitors, and potential opportunities.
- Work closely with internal teams to ensure client requirements are understood and delivered effectively.
- Represent the company professionally at client meetings, networking events, exhibitions, and industry functions.
- Maintain accurate records of sales activity, client communications, and opportunities using company systems.
- Provide regular sales reports and forecasts to senior management.
- Support the development and implementation of sales and business development strategies.
Skills and Experience
- Proven experience in business development, sales management, or account management.
- Strong track record of achieving sales targets and winning new business.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Confident telephone manner and ability to engage with decision-makers.
- Commercially aware, proactive, and highly motivated.
- Strong relationship-building skills with a customer-focused approach.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Competent using Microsoft Office and CRM/sales systems.
- Experience in international trade, logistics, freight forwarding, manufacturing, distribution, or related sectors would be advantageous.
Personal Attributes
- Target-driven and self-motivated.
- Professional, confident, and resilient.
- Positive attitude with a strong desire to succeed.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfortable developing long-term client relationships.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
- Performance-related bonus or commission structure.
- Opportunity to grow within an established international business.
- Supportive team environment.
- Office-based role in Southend-on-Sea with potential client visits and networking opportunities.
- Training and development opportunities.
How to Apply
- To apply for this role, please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your relevant experience and why you would be a strong fit for Transline International Ltd.
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