Company Overview:

Since our founding in 1982 we have grown to become a world leader in comprehensive transport and delivery solutions for business and consumers. Headquartered in Dubai, at the heart of the world’s most dynamic commercial hub and on the site of historic trade routes linking east and west, commerce and transport are deeply embedded in Aramex’s DNA. We are dedicated to transforming the face of trade, expanding our operations rapidly to better connect businesses and consumers worldwide.

Location: 

Johannesburg, ZA

Custom Field 1:  6701

Area Sales Executive

Purpose of the Job

As an Area Sales Executive in Aramex, your primary objective is to drive revenue growth, secure new clients, and building lasting relationships within your assigned area. This role requires a proactive approach to identify new business opportunities, exceed sales targets, and contribute to the overall success of our company.

Job Description

  • Scheduling of business appointments with client base/book
  • Achieve individual targets
  • Maintain existing business
  • Identify & grow client base and revenue through selling of additional supply chain products
  • Establish customer needs, developing opportunities and grow customer base
  • Update call report and Sales Force daily
  • Prepare and present proposals and presentations to clients
  • Effectively and efficiently deal with client queries
  • Identify and escalate possible threats to existing business
  • Scheduling of new business appointments
  • Cold calling
  • Generate new sales leads and acquire new customers
  • Selling of the full supply chain products

Job Responsibilities - Experience and Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in business or any other relevant field.
  • Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant working experience, preferably in the logistics and shipping industry
  • Proven track record of attaining organizational and personal sales objectives – Results Oriented
  • Fluency in English; additional language skills are advantageous.
  • Excellent Communication and Presentation skills
  • Proficient in working with Global and local leaders to develop short and long-term goals that are specific to our commercial organization – Results Oriented
  • Strong Negotiation Skills, incorporating various strategies and desired outcomes.

Leadership Behaviors

Building Outstanding Teams
Setting a clear direction
Simplification
Collaborate & break silos
Execution & Accountability
Growth mindset
Innovation
Inclusion
External focus

Skills

Financial Acumen
Team Collaboration
Adaptability
Business Acumen
Influencing Skills
Communication Skills
Analytical Skills
Commercial Acumen
Customer Centric
Negotiation Skills