deugro was founded in Frankfurt am Main and is the first company of the deugro group, where is has its focus on global project freight forwarding. Every day the industry and deugro face the challenges of the logistics industry and our employees use their expertise to ensure large cargo is transported safely, effectively, and efficiently, through innovative and creative logistical solutions.
Become a part of our talented deugro team, as we look for a Sales & Business Development Manager in Gothenburg, Sweden.
Key responsibilities:
- Create and manage business from existing customers and investigate and develop new potential customers/business that will ensure revenue growth and profitability
- Knowing customer needs and building up relationships
- Leading business development and sales activities and process of sourcing competitive rates from respective subcontractors
- Taking commercial decisions of how and what to offer to customers including identification of relevant scope of work and terms & conditions
- Working closely with Branch- and Operations Management on efficient implementation of new business and customers to maximize the profit
- Identify new opportunities for customer and business growth within new and existing markets, products and regions
- Long term goal is, to build up a business development and if necessary commercial team to achieve continuous growth and development for the branch
Skills, knowledge and expertise:
- At least five years’ experience in international project freight forwarding including key roles in Sales or Business Development
- In depth commercial knowledge of international freight forwarding covering all transport modes
- Having tendering experience and thus being able to lead tender management process on selected projects
- Highly self-motivated and pro-active, as well as analytical and well-organized
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and team members
- Willingness to travel and very good English skills, verbal and written
What makes us the ideal choice?
A family-owned company established in 1924, has evolved into a leading global specialist in project freight forwarding. Our expertise spans various cargo types including break bulk, out of gauge, dangerous goods, and oversized shipments. Complementing our core services are affiliated entities specializing in transport engineering solutions, global ocean transportation, and specialized transportation assets.
We take pride in our commitment to employees, offering opportunities for long-term career growth, hybrid work arrangements, and flexible scheduling options.
We eagerly seek candidates who possess enthusiasm, passion, and innovative thinking, valuing their ability to translate ideas into action through dedication rather than solely relying on their resume or career history.
We value diversity and welcome all applications - regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic or social origin, religion, disability, age and sexual orientation.
deugro (Sweden) AB
Marco Miraglia
Skårs Led 3, Gothenburg 41263 SWE
www.deugro.com
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: Hybrid remote in 412 63 Göteborg
