Now Hiring - Business Development Manager in Paramount, CA

Business Development Manager

Job Description:

The Business Development Manager will be responsible for generating new business, diversifying the customer base, and increasing sales volume. This role will be expected to network, build, and maintain relationships with prospective customers, in addition to responding to customer inquiries and providing quotes, information, and supply chain solutions quickly and professionally. This role will also be expected to set and achieve sales activity, revenue, and profit goals. Does this sound like you or fit your experience? Get in touch with us by applying here.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a strategic sales plan to achieve company targets and objectives.
• Identify new business opportunities and generate leads through market research, networking, and cold calling.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders to understand their needs and requirements.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with clients to ensure profitable business for the company.
• Work closely with the operations team to ensure efficient and effective delivery of services to clients.
• Provide excellent customer service and ensure customer satisfaction by addressing their concerns and needs.
• Keep abreast of industry trends and competitor activities to identify potential threats and opportunities for growth.
• Prepare and submit regular reports on sales activities, performance, and achievements.

Qualifications:

At least 2 years of experience in sales and business development in the transportation/drayage industry

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to identify opportunities and take initiative.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on critical thinking.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
• Must be able to work in a team environment as well as independently.

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Commission pay

Ability to commute:

• Paramount, CA 90723

Experience:

• drayage: 2 years (Required)
• Contract negotiation: 2 years (Required)
• Cold calling: 2 years (Required)
• freight forwarding: 2 years (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Work Location: In person

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supervisory Responsibility

· This position does not have supervisory responsibilities

Work Environment

· This job operates in a professional office environment. This role uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, fax machines, and filing cabinets.

Green Trucking provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $61,000.00 - $141,609.19 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Commission pay

Experience:

• Business development: 2 years (Preferred)
• Sales: 3 years (Preferred)
• Drayage: 2 years (Preferred)
• Contract negotiation: 2 years (Preferred)
• Freight forwarding: 3 years (Preferred)
• Cold calling: 3 years (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road