Assistant Manager, Sales - Kandla

The main purpose of the Assistant Manager - Sales position at GAC Shipping (India) Private Limited in Kandla, Gujarat, is to generate new business and develop existing integrated logistics services for GAC India. The role involves working towards achieving individual operating and sales targets to increase revenue from the logistics business. Key Tasks: - Play a crucial role in identifying sales opportunities in both Air and Sea freight forwarding services. - Develop a strong understanding of the local customer base, freight forwarding market, and maintain a database of clients. - Build knowledge of target customers and the assigned account base, including contact information, commodities, trade lanes, type of business, contract details, exceptions, and service requirements. - Establish an internal network within India and globally to resolve customer issues efficiently. - Acquire a comprehensive understanding of all service offerings to provide integrated solutions. - Communicate significant trends, rate changes, and policies to assigned accounts. Job Requirements: - Enthusiasm, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn. - 2-8 years of logistics work experience with knowledge and experience in selling Ocean, Air, LCL, FCL, and other logistics products and solutions. - Ability to engage with senior stakeholders effectively. - A self-starter who can navigate through complex business solutions and ambiguity. - Proactive in seeking new business opportunities and driving them through the sales cycle. - Excellent presentation and communication skills, both written and oral. - Knowledge of trade practices is desirable.,