Posted 2 weeks ago
Position- Marketing Executive (Transport & Logistics)
Location- Kolkata
Job Summary:
We are looking for a dynamic and result-oriented Marketing Executive to drive business development and customer acquisition in the Transport & Logistics industry. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication and negotiation skills, a strong customer-centric approach, and a go-getter attitude. Experience in transport or logistics will be an added advantage.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct market research to gather market and customer information and identify potential business opportunities.
- Identify and approach prospective customers to generate new business.
- Conduct regular client visits to develop new business opportunities and expand the customer base.
- Generate business volumes while ensuring healthy profit margins.
- Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with existing customers.
- Prepare and provide quotations, negotiate commercial terms, and effectively close sales.
- Manage the sales pipeline, lead generation, and follow-ups to achieve business objectives.
- Coordinate closely with the Traffic/Operations Team for vehicle engagement and execution of customer requirements.
- Follow up with customers for timely payment collection and maintain healthy receivables.
- Handle customer queries and objections professionally and provide suitable solutions.
- Achieve assigned monthly business and sales targets and contribute to overall revenue growth.
- Maintain regular updates on customer interactions, leads, follow-ups, and business opportunities.
Required Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong sales, negotiation, and client-handling abilities.
- Ability to handle customer objections and provide effective solutions.
- Good lead generation and pipeline management skills.
- Strong relationship-building and networking abilities.
- Basic computer knowledge and proficiency in MS Office.
- Ability to work independently as well as coordinate effectively with internal teams.
- Strong target orientation with a go-getter attitude.
Candidate Requirements
- Minimum Qualification: Graduate in any discipline.
- Prior experience in Transport / Logistics / Freight / Fleet / Supply Chain will be an added advantage.
- Candidates with relevant B2B sales or business development experience may also be considered.
- Should be presentable, confident, energetic, and professional.
- Should be comfortable with field visits and customer meetings.
- Must have a strong focus on achieving assigned monthly targets and earning performance-based incentives.
What We Offer
- Competitive and lucrative salary package.
- Opportunity to build a career in the growing Transport & Logistics sector.
- Rewards and incentives for achieving business targets.