Start date
30/03/2026
Time Type
Full time
Contract Type
Permanent
Mobile Work
Partial mobile working
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YOUR BENEFITS
Continuous Training
Sharpen your skills and advance your expertise with our professional development programs.
Great Team
It's truly the people that make the difference — and with us you'll join the best team around.
Flat Hierarchies
Get straight through to the decision-makers with our streamlined organizational structure.
Room for Innovation
Turn your ideas into action in an environment that champions creativity and empowers you to lead change.
Events
From team outings to holiday parties and networking events, we build strong connections by spending quality time together.
Quick Decision Processes
Make things happen faster with streamlined processes that promote efficiency and effectiveness.
Reference ID
JR118871
Company Name
Rhenus Logistics Australia Pty Ltd
Location
Melbourne
Job Category
Sales & Key Account Management
Business Unit
Air & Ocean
Contact Person
Graham Laing
JOB DESCRIPTION
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
* Be an affective member of the Australian Management team, working productively with all members
* Develop strategies to grow a portfolio of new Australian customers
* Focused on growing Australian controlled customers and volumes
* Building, leading and developing a high-performance team, spanning recruitment, training, development, coaching and regular performance review activities.
* Identifying and developing trade lane strategies together with our agreed partner countries, focused on growth our air and ocean consolidation products
* Connect to and leverage the APAC synergies
* Leading and embedding positive change management within the department and influencing change across related departments.
* Delivering new business Gross Profit targets
* Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of perspective new business opportunities and customer base.
* Target set verticals or trade lanes as required by the business.
* Research and identify potential customers from local, domestic, and international sources.
* Liaise with internal departments to ensure correct implementation of new clients.
* Generate and respond to sales leads from overseas.
* Maintain a high level of activity to achieve set targets.
* Ensure data is updated in company databases and CRMs.
* Support the development of product strategy and implementation
* Network Engagement: Build relationships across the Rhenus Network that lead to new business clients being onboarded for Australia
WHAT YOU BRING
* 5+ years of experience in freight forwarding/logistics.
* 5+ years of sales experience.
* Possess an in-depth understanding of the Australian market, competitors, and other economic indicators.
* Strong commercial knowledge
* Highly self-motivated & able to work independently.
* Excellent presentation & communication skills.
* Great team player with the ability to establish effective working relationships in an open and approachable manner.
* Possess a positive, customer-oriented mind set.
BUSINESS UNIT
AIR & OCEAN
Regardless of whether it is a long-distance shipment or a particularly time-critical shipment, we at Rhenus make everything possible for our customers and partners to get the goods to their destination safely and on time. Our particular strength lies in our global network, which is constantly being maintained and expanded. As part of Rhenus Air & Ocean you can, therefore, expect to find a whole host of exciting tasks all over the world, a wide range of opportunities for personal development, and the chance to take on responsibility in an international working environment.
WELCOME TO RHENUS
Where our journey of growth connects with yours.
We are a global powerhouse on a mission to be pioneers in everything we do. United, we make an impact and dare to redefine what's possible. Ready to unlock untapped potential. We are on the fast track. At Rhenus, we thrive on collaboration. Every voice is heard, and every idea is valued. We stand as one global team. Where everyone contributes to our success. Together, we shape the future of logistics and beyond. Empowered by you.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
ONLINE APPLICATION
Your documents will reach us quickly and directly via our online application form; depending on the position, a cover letter may be required. In any case, we are eager to see your CV and references – for us, the best way to make a good first impression.
APPLICATION SCREENING
Our HR team and the responsible department will take a close look at your application as soon as possible. We will do our best to give you feedback within two weeks. With your agreement, we would also be happy to forward the documents to other business units if the selected position does not work out.
SELECTION PROCESS
Depending on the position, there are various ways of finding out if we are a good match for each other. In most cases, we rely on a personal interview, on a eye level of course. Online tests, assessment centres or work on a trial basis may also be possible. In the end, the best decision is taken for both sides.
ONBOARDING
With your commitment, you are a part of the Rhenus Group right away – we are already eager to shape the logistics of the future together with you. To ensure that your start is a complete success, we will familiarise you with everything you need to know about Rhenus and your assignment with us. Your experienced colleagues will guide you every step of the way, and together you will easily master each of your new tasks.