About DP World

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 111,000 employees from 159 nationalities, spanning 77 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.

We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what’s possible.

The DP World family comprises of syncreon, Imperial and P&O.

Job Description

Are you a Sales professional who puts customers at the heart of everything you do? Then this might be the right opportunity for you.

We are hiring Sales Manager (f/m/d) in Cologne who have extensive Freight Forwarding experience. In this role, you will be in charge of developing a Book Of Business within the Branch´s geographical reach by implementing company´s commercial strategies and products with the aim of accelerating growth.

Your key qualifications:

• Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain or a similar discipline
• Solid and demonstrated working knowledge of the Freight Forwarding Industry
• Ability to research, identify, tackle, grow and close business opportunities ensuring the needed support from product and operations
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks to meet various deadlines
• Intermediate computer skills with a proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
• Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate with clients, carriers, other forwarders, vendors
• Fluent in English and German. Additional languages are an advantage

Compensation

DP World offers exciting and challenging roles within a growing international organization. We strive to hire and develop the right people, locally and globally; stimulating personal growth and self-development within an informal atmosphere. We offer a market competitive compensation package.