FIELD SALES REPRESENTATIVE M/F

	FIELD SALES REPRESENTATIVE M/F

General informations

Africa Global Logistics Namibia offers of logistics solutions in all sectors of activities that govern economic life in this country. For 14 years, through our multimodal logistics solutions (clearing and forwarding, transport, warehousing, vessel agency & husbandry)) we have been modifying our know-how in the service of socio-economic development in “name of the country”. Thanks to the synergy of our means, we take an active part in major development projects in the African “region”. Thanks to investments in equipment and innovations, our teams are committed to offering tailor-made logistics solutions that meet the specific needs of our customers.

Job description

Mission Description                      

Job Purpose:
The Field Sales Executive is responsible for driving business growth by identifying, developing, and maintaining customer relationships while promoting AGL's logistics and transport solutions. The role focuses on generating revenue, acquiring new customers, retaining existing clients, and ensuring customer satisfaction through effective sales and account management.

Key Responsibilities:
Sales & Business Development
• Generate new business opportunities and increase market share.
• Maintain and grow existing customer accounts.
• Promote AGL's freight forwarding, transport, warehousing, and supply chain services.
• Understand customer needs and provide suitable logistics solutions.
• Follow up on sales leads, quotations, and customer enquiries
• Maintain and active and accurate sales pipeline.
• Participate in promotional activities, exhibitions, trade shows and customer events when required.

Customer Relationship Management
• Conduct regular field visits to prospective and existing customers.
• Develop and maintain strong, professional relationship with customers.
• Address customer concerns promptly and professionally
• Assist with retaining existing customers and recovering inactive or lost accounts

Market Research & Reporting
• Monitor competitor activity, market trends, customer preferences and pricing developments.
• Gather customer feedback and share relevant market intelligence with management.
• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly sales activity reports.
• Maintain accurate customer records, visit reports, quotations, and sales information on the company's systems.
• Provide regular updates on sales performance, challenges, and opportunities within the assigned area.
• Assist management with sales forecasts and territory planning.

 

Profile

Minimum Requirements:
• Diploma or bachelor's degree in Sales/Logistics and Supply Chain Management/Transport Management. Not mandatory.
• 2-5 years' experience in Freight Forwarding/ Transport/ Sales/Business Development
• Valid driver's license
• Must be able to travel intensively within the Windhoek area.
• Must reside in the Windhoek area.

Preferred Attributes:
• Knowledge of the Namibian logistics, especially the Windhoek and central area.
• Existing network of customers in logistics, mining, oil & gas, fishing, manufacturing, or retail sectors.
• We are looking for a can-do attitude and someone who works well in a team, but also independently.
• We prioritize a strong work ethic and someone who is solution driven.