Location: Sydney, NSW
Hours: Full Time
Start date: Available for immediate start

Job description

• Banksmeadow (Head Office)
• Hybrid Working Model
• Monday to Friday – 8.30am to 5.30pm
• Parking on site
• Available for immediate start

Who are Direct Couriers?

Direct Couriers is an Australian-based courier company that specializes in providing express delivery services across various industries. Established in 1983, Direct Couriers has grown to become one of the leading logistics and transportation companies in Australia. We offer a wide range of delivery solutions, including same-day, overnight, and international courier services, catering to the needs of businesses of all sizes.

With a workforce of over 1,500 across Australia and New Zealand, Direct Couriers is known for our reliability, flexibility and commitment to delivering exceptional services to its customers seeking reliable courier and logistics solutions.

What's the role?

 As a National Account Manager, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with customer accounts across the country within our Contract Logistics division. You will collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure the successful execution of customer strategies, while also identifying new business opportunities and driving revenue growth. This role requires strong communication and negotiation skills, as well as the ability to identify and understand customer needs and develop effective tailored solutions.

 Having a minimum of five (5) years working experience in a similar role, your responsibilities will include:

• Proactively identify and develop new business opportunities;
• Identify and understand customer needs through proactive thinking and continuous improvement principles;
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop and implement customized solutions;
• Maintain and building regular communication with customers to build customer loyalty;
• Identify opportunities within accounts for cost savings and revenue growth;
• Leverage appropriate technology to streamline account management processes and enhance customer experience. 

Why should you apply?

As an experienced National Account Manager within logistics / transport, you will build and leverage capabilities to facilitate outstanding results for our customers. The role offers a market competitive salary with ample professional development and growth.

What you need is:

• 5+ years in a logistics/transport Account Manager position;
• Strong operational understanding of last mile cargo movements;
• Proven record in attracting, winning and maintaining customers;
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with customers and internal stakeholders;
• Self-motivated and performance driven;
• Outstanding presentation and negotiation skills (internally and externally);
• Strong knowledge of various IT Systems and Microsoft Office Suite;
• Understanding of client’s business drivers;
• Willingness to travel as needed.

If you would like to join a growing company that values their staff and offers a challenging and dynamic position, then click on 'apply now' and forward your application today!

Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  No Agencies Please.

Email contact: jobs@directcouriers.com.au