Business Development Executive – Logistics, Freight
Career Directions Ltd
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Nairobi • Kenya
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About the role
- Identify and secure new business opportunities in the transport and logistics sector.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and key industry stakeholders.
- Prepare and deliver business proposals, presentations, and tenders.
- Collaborate with operations and finance teams to ensure client satisfaction and service efficiency.
- Conduct market research to understand customer needs, trends, and competitor activities.
- Achieve set sales targets and contribute to overall revenue growth.
Requirements
- Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Logistics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in business development within the transportation and logistics industry.
- Experience in identifying new business opportunities and client relationship management
- Market research and data analysis skills
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Proven track record in business development, sales, or a related role in transport and logistics.
- Knowledge of the logistics and freight industry is a MUST.
- Proficiency with CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Flexibility to adapt to a hybrid work environment.
Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
business developmentmarket researchdata analysissalesclient relationship management
Soft Skills
communicationnegotiationpresentationstrategic thinkingproblem-solvingindependent workteamwork
Certifications
Diploma in BusinessBachelor’s Degree in BusinessBachelor’s Degree in MarketingBachelor’s Degree in Logistics