Assistant Manager - Business Development
Sales / Marketing / Business Development / Merchandising
About the Employer
- McLarens Holdings Limited
Sri Lanka
Job Description
ABOUT US
McLarens Group is a leading, well-established business conglomerate with diversified business activities. McLarens is widely recognized for excellence in Maritime & Logistics, Petroleum & Energy, Manufacturing & Distribution, Property & Strategic Investments and Leisure to sustain its commitment to quality while continuing to grow in business and stature in Sri Lanka.
McLarens Group is now seeking an aspiring, energetic, and competent individual to join its subsidiary company, Spectra Logistics (Pvt) Limited. Spectra is one of Sri Lanka’s leading providers of end-to-end logistics services encompassing contract logistics, container depot, integrated transportation, and customs brokerage. We meet our customers’ logistics and supply chain needs through a combination of our operational and service excellence and our extensive resources, which include the Spectra Distribution Center at the Spectra Logistics Park in Wattala and a well-equipped container yard with our own vehicle fleet.
Assistant Manager – Business Development
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and pursue new sales leads while nurturing existing client relationships.
- Build strong customer rapport through excellent service and regular engagement.
- Prepare quotations and customized solutions in collaboration with the HOD.
- Maintain a healthy sales pipeline with active follow-ups on prospects.
- Support customer retention and growth through BTL marketing initiatives.
- Schedule and attend client meetings aligned with performance targets.
- Conduct market research to uncover new opportunities and customer segments.
- Represent the company at industry events and share insights internally.
- Collaborate with the HOD on new service offerings and sales strategies.
- Assist in the sales cycle by tracking account activity and supporting deal closures.
- Coordinate with credit control to ensure timely collections.
- Clearly communicate client needs and pitch tailored logistics solutions.
- Maintain daily records of calls and client visits for transparency.
- Review and update the sales pipeline weekly to monitor progress.
Qualifications and Experience Required
- Degree or Diploma in Logistics, or professional qualification in SLIM/CIM.
- Minimum 5 years of overall experience, with at least 3 years in the logistics sector.
- Exposure to 3PL operations is essential; warehouse experience will be an added advantage.
- Proficient in advanced Microsoft Excel.
An attractive remuneration package along with industry fringe benefits and excellent career opportunities await the right candidate.
How To Apply
Email us at: [email protected] or click the advertisement to apply. Please apply within 7 days of this advertisement.
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