Business Development Associate

Description:

Prospect and develop new client relationships across importers and exporters Build and grow your own book of business through outreach, networking, and referrals Promote and present ClearFreight's full range of services Prepare competitive quotes and proposals tailored to each client's needs Collaborate with operations and customer service teams to deliver seamless onboarding and support for new clients Track activity, pipeline, and performance metrics using HubSpot Work toward individual and team revenue goals with ongoing coaching from leadership

Requirements:

Minimum of 1 year of sales experience and/or 3 years in account management Basic understanding of freight forwarding, ocean and air, import/export, customs brokerage Strong ability to assess customer needs and present tailored, innovative solutions Strong communication, relationship-building, planning, and negotiation skills, driven by a customer-first mindset Highly motivated, goal oriented and accountable, with a strong sense of ownership for results Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint; Familiarity with CRM systems is a plus High school diploma or GED is required Fluency in additional languages beyond English is a plus Demonstrates a strong drive to grow, continuously seeking opportunities to learn, improve, and take on new challenges