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Job Req Number: 119850
Time Type: Full Time
Trainee Inside Sales Representative
Wythenshawe
Mon-Fri 9:00-17:00
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Are you looking to launch your career in sales with a global leader in transport and logistics?
At DSV, we move goods, data, and opportunities across the world. Every day, our people help keep supply chains running and businesses moving. As a Trainee Inside Sales Representative, you'll gain hands-on commercial experience, develop valuable sales skills, and build a career with a company operating in more than 90 countries.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the beginning of their career who is eager to learn, enjoys building relationships, and wants to grow within a fast-paced international business.
As well as on the job training, DSV will sponsor you to complete your Level 4 apprenticeship in Inside sales. You must be willing to complete this apprenticeship alongside your day-to-day work.
What you will be doing?
As part of our Inside Sales team, you'll learn how to identify opportunities, build customer relationships, and contribute to business growth.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Identifying and generating new business opportunities through research, networking, and prospecting activities
- Contacting potential customers by phone and email to introduce DSV's services
- Qualifying leads and understanding customer requirements
- Delivering virtual sales presentations and proposing tailored logistics solutions
- Managing sales activities and customer interactions using Microsoft Dynamics CRM
- Building and maintaining strong customer relationships through excellent service and communication
- Supporting customer portfolio growth and identifying opportunities to expand business
- Reviewing and responding to customer feedback and NPS results
- Monitoring sales activity and performance against agreed targets
- Supporting price reviews and negotiating pricing adjustments where appropriate
- Learning about the logistics industry, DSV's services, and professional sales techniques
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What we're looking for
We're interested in your potential just as much as your experience.
You will ideally have:
- GCSE English Language and Maths at Grade 4/C or above
- GCSE Business Studies at Grade 5/C or above (preferred but not essential)
- A degree in Business, Marketing, or a related discipline (desirable but not essential)
- Previous experience in customer service, retail, hospitality, sales, or other customer-facing roles
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Good Microsoft Office skills
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Strong organisation and time management skills
- Confidence speaking with customers and building relationships
- The ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
What will help you succeed
- Motivation to develop a career in sales and logistics
- A proactive and customer-focused approach
- Resilience and determination when working towards goals
- Curiosity and a desire to continuously learn and improve
- The ability to adapt in a dynamic and fast-moving environment
- A willingness to complete your Level 4 qualification
What we offer
Competitive Salary Package and an opportunity to be a part of and grow within a driven and successful company, with a team of 160,000, operating in over 90 countries.
In addition, we can offer access to a selection of employee benefits, such as:
- Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement from your start, which increases with length of service.
- Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme for Ultra-Low Emissions Cars
- Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme
- WeCare App, for support with physical and mental wellbeing, including access to GPs for you and your dependents.
- LifeWorks app for access to cashback and discounts on high street and online brands.
- Life Insurance and which includes access to expert probate support.
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Whether you're taking your first step into sales or looking to build a long-term career in logistics, you'll have the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals and make a real impact from day one.
At DSV, your work matters. Your contribution counts. And wherever you play your role, the world moves with you.
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Ready to start your sales career?
Apply today with your updated CV and discover how far your ambition can take you with DSV.
Please be aware that all successful candidates will undergo necessary right-to-work checks and certain sites require 5-years’ worth of referencing and criminal record checks.
We do not accept CV details from Recruitment Agencies unless DSV have engaged directly regarding the role requirements beforehand.
DSV – Global transport and logistics
Working at DSV means playing in a different league.
As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.
With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.
At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.
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