Logistics Business Development Executive

Job summary

Identify and develop new business opportunities, create sales plans, research prospective clients, and build long-term client and partner relationships. Prepare proposals and contracts, coordinate with internal teams to support service delivery, represent the company at industry events, and report sales activity and results to management.

Job details

Location: Surrey, BC Company: Playbook Group About Us: Playbook is a leading provider of world-class transportation solutions for commercial shippers of all sizes. Before you apply: Must be a local resident, Greater Vancouver / Fraser Valley Must have min 1 years' sales industry experience ( Brokerage or Asset ) Email resume to Patricia@playbookgoc.com Job Description: We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Business Development Executive to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sales and logistics, with a proven track record of developing new business opportunities and maintaining strong client relationships. Key Responsibilities: Identify and pursue new business opportunities to achieve sales targets and expand our customer base. Develop and implement strategic sales plans to meet company goals and objectives. Conduct market research to identify potential clients and understand their needs and requirements. Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients and partners. Prepare and present proposals, quotes, and contracts to potential clients. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure customer satisfaction and successful delivery of services. Attend industry events, conferences, and trade shows to represent Playbook Logistics and generate leads. Provide regular reports on sales activities, pipeline, and results to senior management. Qualifications: Transportation, Logistics, Asset or Brokerage based Minimum of 1 years sales experience within the transportation industry. Strong understanding of logistics, transportation, and supply chain management. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to achieve sales targets and drive business growth. Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently as well as part of a team. Proficiency in CRM software. Proficiency in English Must have a valid driver’s licence High School Diploma or equivalent Criminal background Check What We Offer: Competitive salary and performance-based incentives. Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance. Opportunities for professional growth and development. A supportive and collaborative work environment. The chance to be part of a company committed to sustainability and innovation in the logistics industry. $60-80K to start based on experience

What you’ll do

Identify and develop new business opportunities, create sales plans, research prospective clients, and build long-term client and partner relationships. Prepare proposals and contracts, coordinate with internal teams to support service delivery, represent the company at industry events, and report sales activity and results to management.

Requirements

Requires at least one year of sales experience in the transportation industry, preferably in brokerage or asset-based logistics, along with a strong understanding of logistics and supply chain management. Candidates must have strong communication and negotiation skills, CRM proficiency, English proficiency, a valid driver's licence, a high school diploma or equivalent, and must pass a criminal background check.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Professional Growth And Development
• Supportive And Collaborative Work Environment

Listed skills

• Sales Reporting · Preferred
• Supply chain management · Preferred
• Sales · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Logistics · Preferred
• Client Relationship Management · Preferred
• Business development · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Sales
• Logistics
• Transportation
• Supply Chain Management
• Business Development
• Strategic Sales Planning
• Market Research
• Client Relationship Management
• Negotiation
• Proposal And Contract Preparation
• Lead Generation
• CRM Software
• Communication
• Customer Satisfaction
• Sales Reporting

Job areas

• Sales
• Logistics
• Transportation