About Us:
Ligentia goes beyond boundaries to take the complexity out of managing your global supply chain. Our team of passionate problem solvers, backed by smart technology and flexible infrastructure, are here to make sure your goods get exactly where they need to be.
The Role:
Are you an experienced freight forwarding sales developer looking to transition into a more balanced, back-office support role? Or maybe you’re a motivated forwarding operations professional looking to advance your career in sales and business development?
This 6-month contract offers the perfect opportunity to either step back for a better work/life balance or to take the next step towards a career in sales and business development. With the potential to progress to full-time employment, this role will play a key role in driving our business forward while shaping your career path for the future.
Key Responsibilities:
- Preparation of weekly, fortnightly and quarterly updated SELL rate cards (guidance provided)
- Preparation of adhoc quotations for requested services work, from either overseas agencies and/or local adhoc clientele
- Maintain BUY rate sheets for Ocean FCL, Ocean LCL, Cartage (FCL & LCL)
- Time permitting – Maintain SELL rate summary sheets for Internal resources and usage
- Time permitting – Assist in negotiations and information gathering from core outsourced partners (Shipping lines and Cartage providers)
Skills and Experience:
- Strong understanding of financial terminology such as “margin” and “profit & loss”
- Strong understanding of MS Office applications (Word, Excel and Outlook)
- Strong understanding of INCOTERMS
- Freight forwarding knowledge, particularly of import FCL and LCL workflows, an advantage
- Cargowise 1 knowledge an advantage
- Solid negotiation skills an advantage
- Inside Sales support functional experience an advantage
Why Join Us:
- Work from home on Fridays
- New corporate workspace
- Generous salary package
- Employee wellbeing program
- Onsite parking
- Join a well-established organisation which promotes a culture of professional and personal development
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