About the role
What we offer
* An opportunity to join a family-owned group with an international presence in the transport and logistics sector.
* A commercial role focused on developing and maintaining a client portfolio in the container transport sector.
* A dynamic working environment where initiative, commercial acumen and market knowledge are highly valued.
* The opportunity to contribute directly to the group's growth and business development.
Requirements
Responsibilities
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & PROSPECTING
* Develop business activities in the container transport and logistics sector.
* Identify and approach new clients through proactive sales strategies and professional networking.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients to ensure customer satisfaction and loyalty.
* Identify new business opportunities and market trends to support business growth and profitability.
* Act as a door-opener, establishing connections with prospective clients and key players in the industry.
* Leverage an existing professional network to accelerate business development and quickly adapt to market opportunities.
TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS EXPERTISE
* Apply strong knowledge of the road transport sector, supported by significant experience in transport and logistics.
* Understand warehouse management and logistics processes, including stock control and logistics coordination, to identify customer needs and propose suitable solutions.
* Monitor market developments and identify opportunities to expand the group's activities.
CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS & COMMERCIAL FOLLOW-UP
* Build and maintain trusting relationships with clients through a customer-focused and service-oriented approach.
* Understand customer needs and ensure clear, effective communication throughout the commercial relationship.
* Ensure rigorous follow-up of sales opportunities and customer requests.
* Work closely with internal teams to ensure service quality and effective coordination of activities.
Profile
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
* You hold a bachelor's degree or have equivalent professional experience.
* You have at least 5 years of professional experience, ideally in a sales role within container transport or logistics.
* You have strong knowledge of the road transport sector and understand the operational and commercial challenges of the market.
* You have an established professional network within the sector and know how to leverage it to generate new business opportunities.
LANGUAGES
* You are proficient in Dutch, French and English, both spoken and written.
PERSONAL SKILLS
* You have a strong customer service mindset and take a solution-oriented approach to sales.
* You possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* You are accurate, detail-oriented and well organised.
* You have strong problem-solving skills and can identify appropriate solutions.
* You are able to work under pressure and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
* You enjoy working as part of a team and collaborating effectively with different stakeholders.
* You have good administrative skills and ensure rigorous follow-up of your activities.
* You have a commercial and service-oriented mindset, with a genuine ability to identify and convert new business opportunities.
About JOST
Founded in 1958, JOST is a family-owned group and a leading player in the transport and logistics sector across Europe and Tunisia.
We provide tailored road and multimodal transport solutions, as well as warehousing and logistics services.
A few key figures:
* More than 4,000 employees across 10 countries
* 2,100 trucks and 4,500 trailers
* 810,000 m² of warehousing space across Europe
* €441 million in consolidated revenue
* 54 companies operating across 5 currencies
Joining JOST means becoming part of a growing family-owned business with international ambitions and a continuous commitment to innovation in the transport and logistics sector.