At Elite Co, we live and breathe The Elite Way—where Trust, Customer Centricity, Innovation, Action Bias, and Excellence drive our success. Our vibrant culture sparks collaboration and empowers everyone to tackle challenges head-on, creating seamless solutions that make an impact.
We invest in the growth and development of our team, encouraging bold ideas and innovative thinking to exceed our customer expectations. Here, every voice is valued, and together, we tackle complex challenges, celebrate achievements, and cultivate a workplace that thrives on shared values and mutual respect.
Together, we will deliver the best of life. Welcome to Elite Co, where your journey to excellence and opportunity begins!
We aim to be one of the most innovative and trusted supply chain partners. Our mission at Elite is simple: to provide high-quality services for our valued clients. Our team goes above and beyond to cater to each project’s specific needs.
Our quality is backed by multiple ISO certifications:
Elite Co is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that every individual has unique abilities, and we value our differences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, origin, disability or other characteristics protected by the applicable law.
The Business Development manager is responsible for driving growth by identifying and securing new business opportunities, while nurturing and expanding existing customer accounts and relationships. The role focuses on developing strategic partnerships, understanding market trends and competitive landscape, and implementing innovative solutions to enhance the company’s position. The position plays a crucial role in achieving sales targets and contributing to the overall growth of the business.
What You'll Do
Identify and Cultivate New Business Opportunities:
Develop and manage a pipeline of potential clients, proactively seeking opportunities to expand the company’s market presence in road freight, air freight, express, and last-mile delivery
Qualify leads generated from marketing campaigns and convert them into actionable sales opportunities.
Conduct outreach to potential clients through targeted cold calls and personalized emails, effectively presenting our offerings
Maintain a Targeted Prospect List:
Continuously update and prioritize an active list of new business prospects to strategically engage with our services and solutions
Set up meetings with prospective clients facilitating discussions that lead to new business
Conduct Sales Outreach:
Present our company and its value proposition to potential clients, building interest and rapport
Understand market dynamics and identify client needs, recommending tailored product solutions to enhance customer satisfaction
Prepare Financial and Data Analysis:
Stay informed about new products, services, and pricing/payment plans to ensure competitive offerings
Report to the Head of Sales on weekly, monthly, and quarterly sales performance, providing insights and progress updates
Nurture Existing Client Relationships:
Build long-term, trusting relationships with clients through regular communication and exceptional service
Miscellaneous:
Execute any ad hoc tasks as delegated by the Line Manager to support the broader sales strategy
Education and Certification
Bachelor’s in Business Administration, Transportation, Logistics,Supply Chain Management or a related field preferred
Knowledge and Skills
Experience with CRM platforms (such as HubSpot) to manage client relationships and track sales activities effectively
Exceptional negotiation skills to persuade stakeholders and influence decisions to secure profitable business deals
Confident in delivering engaging presentations to diverse audiences
Skilled in Excel and powerpoint to analyze and present data and solutions
Proven track record of closing business deals while maintaining strong relationships with clients and partners
Dedicated to understanding client needs and fostering collaboration within teams to deliver exceptional service
Competent in using Microsoft Office
Strong organizational skills
Solid understanding of financial planning principles and practices
Excellent ability to compile and present reports on sales performance, market insights, and strategic recommendations
Experience
At least 5+ years of proven work experience as a Business Development Representative, Sales Account Executive, or similar role
Hands-on experience with multiple sales techniques
Track record of achieving sales quotas
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.