Business Development Assistant

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics is a leading company in the logistics sector, and they are seeking a Business Development Assistant to expand their market presence for the Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) product line. The role involves prospecting, cold calling, and converting new customers while supporting DSV's commercial integration strategy.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business for DSV’s LTL Express product through proactive cold calling, canvassing, field outreach, and lead generation
• Build and manage a targeted sales pipeline within the assigned territory, concentrating on new customer acquisition
• Identify customer needs and present tailored LTL solutions that align with DSV’s capabilities, infrastructure, and service guarantees
• Grow local market share by establishing consistent base freight to support existing network operations
• Prepare customer proposals, rate quotes, and sales presentations in accordance with DSV commercial guidelines
• Conduct regular customer visits, networking activities, and territory development initiatives to increase DSV visibility in key markets
• Meet or exceed assigned targets related to revenue, gross profit (GP), customer acquisition, and pipeline activity
• Maintain accurate and timely updates in CRM platforms, including call logs, prospect activity, opportunity stages, and forecasting
• Participate in sales meetings, performance reviews, and training to support continuous learning and professional development
• Provide market intelligence and customer feedback to support the long-term scalability of the LTL Express model

Skills

• Strong aptitude for prospecting and generating new business through cold-calling and field-based activity
• Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to cultivate and maintain customer relationships with professionalism and consistency
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently within the I-45 corridor and surrounding Texas markets
• Strong negotiation, persuasion, and relationship management skills
• High attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Business-minded with an entrepreneurial drive to grow accounts
• Ability to analyze pricing, carrier cost structures, and customer margin
• Ability to work with urgency and adapt in a fast-paced brokerage environment
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English
• Technically proficient in TMS platforms, Microsoft Excel, and CRM systems
• Proficient with all Microsoft Office applications, Word, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, Marketing, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
• 1-3 years of professional experience in sales, business development, or logistics preferred

Benefits

• DSV provides a comprehensive package of health benefits including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with flexible and health spending accounts, short and long-term disability coverage, and wellness resources to support your overall well-being.
• Our 401(k) plan offers company-matching contributions up to 5% to help you build a secure financial future.
• DSV also offers generous paid time off, paid holidays, and additional floating holidays.

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