Transport Broker ("Influencer") Vacancy
Durban
Overview
We are seeking a highly connected, entrepreneurial transport professional who combines strong industry relationships with the drive, discipline, and commercial hunger to build a substantial book of business.
Personal Attributes
The successful candidate will be:
- Highly motivated and commercially driven.
- Naturally ambitious with a strong desire to achieve and exceed targets.
- Self-disciplined and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
- A proactive "hunter" who actively seeks new opportunities rather than waiting for opportunities to arise.
- Results-oriented with a strong sense of accountability.
- Energetic, professional, and resilient.
- Relationship-focused while remaining commercially astute.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced and competitive logistics environment.
- Passionate about customer service and maintaining long-term business relationships.
Administrative Competencies
The successful candidate must demonstrate:
- Strong attention to detail.
- High levels of administrative accuracy.
- Ability to manage quotations, rate schedules, customer documentation, and operational correspondence.
- Competency in preparing professional customer proposals and presentations.
- Good computer literacy, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
- Ability to maintain accurate customer and transporter records.
- Effective management of customer communication and follow-up processes.
Performance Expectations
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Develop and secure new profitable freight opportunities.
- Grow revenue and gross profit in line with agreed targets.
- Build and maintain a sustainable portfolio of customers.
- Expand the approved transporter network.
- Ensure opportunities are followed through from the initial enquiry to successful implementation.
- Contribute positively to the continued growth, reputation, and success of the business.
Remuneration & Tools of Trade
The successful candidate will receive:
- Competitive basic salary (dependent on experience and industry network strength).
- Attractive commission structure linked to revenue and profitability.
- Monthly cellphone allowance.
- Company laptop.
- Remote working flexibility.
- Ongoing management support and operational infrastructure.
- Significant opportunity for career growth and earnings directly linked to performance.
Work Location: In person
