Job Description

The Role

Respond to customer calls requiring information on GAC services, e.g., pricing and product information. o Prepare and send quotes promptly in response to all customer and partner inquiries, e.g., rate inquiries, RFOs. o Maintain up-to-date cost and rate files, and electronic records of quotations made. o Enter correct customer booking information into GAC Sales and maintain a record (MS Excel) of all inquiries. o Maintain and update quality service manuals for the department. o Maintain the electronic information database 'GAC Sales' for prospects and current customers within the territory. o Promote self-development and enhance market and competitor knowledge. o Contribute to team effectiveness by participating in frequent company activities that promote the GAC Spirit. Collaborate actively. o Apply expertise beyond the requirements of the main role to propose, support, and manage the business according to best practices, leading to overall service enhancement. o Communicate openly and professionally, without fear of retribution, regarding process improvements and areas of concern. o Share ideas, provide feedback, discuss concerns across all areas of the business, and offer guidance where appropriate

Requirements

Graduate with a university degree. o Preferably holds a valid UAE driving license. o Possesses a high level of industry knowledge and strong confidence in communicating with and convincing clients. o Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken. o Proficient in MS Office applications (Excel and PowerPoint), with the ability to quickly learn new software. o Minimum of 3-4 years of experience in a similar role, including 1-2 years of experience in the UAE

About the company

The GAC Group is committed to ensuring customers needs for quality shipping, logistics and marine services and solutions are understand and met. And with over 9,000 professionals working around the clock, speaking more than 100 languages, at more than 300 offices in 40 countries, we deliver on that promise. Since the first GAC operation was set up in Kuwait by Swedish entrepreneur Bengt Lindwall in 1956, the Group has evolved into the widely-recognised global provider of integrated shipping, logistics, marine and related services it is today. GACs globalisation strategy is to use steady and consistent geographical expansion, achieved through organic / opportunistic growth, joint ventures, partnerships and acquisitions. GAC is local in action and global in attitude.