Website Maersk Line
Maersk Line is the world’s largest container shipping company, known for reliable, flexible and eco-efficient services. We provide ocean transportation in all parts of the world. We serve our customers through 306 offices in 114 countries. We employ 7,600 seafarers and 21,600 land-based employees … read moreand operate 639 container vessels. We market our services through the Maersk Line, Safmarine, SeaLand (Intra-Americas), MCC Transport (Intra-Asia) and Seago Line (Intra-Europe) brands. Maersk Line is part of A.P. Moller – Maersk, an integrated transport & logistics company with multiple brands and a global leader in container shipping and ports. Including a stand-alone Energy division, the company employs roughly 88,000 employees across operations in 130 countries. Throughout all aspects of our vessel and shore operations, Maersk Liner Business is committed to conduct our business in a responsible and lawful manner with respect for the wider economic, social and environmental impacts of our activities. This has always been integral to the way we do business in the A.P. Moller – Maersk Group, and we strive to promote the same principles in our relationships with customers, suppliers and other business partners. The Sustainability Policy for Maersk Liner Business is anchored in the A.P. Moller – Maersk Group’s core values and policies as well as our commitment to the UN Global Compact. It emphasizes our commitment to driving continual improvement in Health & Safety, Environment, Human & Labor Rights, Anti-Corruption and Security. To achieve the objectives of this policy, we will proactively identify and mitigate risks of negative impacts in these areas. At the same time, we will communicate openly and honestly about our performance. Any breaches of the policy should be reported via appropriate channels, starting with direct management. Maersk’ global whistleblower system can be used to escalate violations of specific areas of the policy and is available to both external parties and employees of Maersk Liner Business. Green Point, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Generate new business through lead identification, cold calling, networking, referrals, and market research
Manage and grow relationships with existing and prospective customers
Understand customer requirements and recommend appropriate products or services
Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets
Prepare and deliver sales presentations, proposals, and quotations
Negotiate pricing, contracts, and successfully close sales deals
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in SFDC systems
Coordinate with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery
Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and provide market insights
Ensure timely payment collection and address customer issues effectively.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
A results‑driven sales professional with:
3–5 years of sales experience, preferably in a B2B environment.
Proven experience as a hunter focused on new business generation.
Strong commercial acumen and negotiation capabilities.
Experience in logistics, supply chain, or freight forwarding (advantage, not mandatory).
Ability to work independently, manage a busy pipeline, and deliver against sales targets.
Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
Salesforce (SFDC) experience is a plus.
A valid driver’s license.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirement: Matric (Grade 12).
Bonus / Preferred: A Diploma or Degree in Sales, Marketing, Business, Logistics, or a related field.
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