Business Development Associate

Location: Dulles, Virginia, USA

Airport: IAD

Job : 244

Cavalier Logistics is seeking a Business Development Associate to join our team. This is an entry-level role, and no prior sales experience is required. We’re looking for highly motivated self-starters who can identify and generate new business within their set territory in line with the company’s profit expectations. Our company offers a generous commission structure and allows Business Development Associates to earn commission for the lifetime of the account.

If you’re a strong communicator, eager to learn and ready to build a career in logistics sales, we’ll provide the training a support you need to succeed.

• Representing the company in a professional and ethical manner
• Service and maintain an existing book of business.
• Building and maintaining a network of sources from which to identify new sales leads
• Ensuring customer satisfaction through ongoing communication and relationship management, resolving any issues that may arise
• Selling across all modes of transport and sectors, i.e. government agencies/contractors, bio/life sciences, general cargo clients
• Maintaining /updating client database and appointments on CRM
• Working out of hours when required to entertain clients or to complete sales requirements

• Computer skills:
  Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); CRM (Customer Relations Management) software experience a plus
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills and the ability to build rapport quickly with prospects and turn first conversations into qualified opportunities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
• Some experience in logistics/transportation sales is a plus, but training will be given to suitable candidates who do not meet this criteria
• Must be able to pass a background check

• Minimum high school diploma or GED

• Competitive Compensation – Depends on Experience
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.