Trainee Sales Executive (marine fuel)/Bunker Trader

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Job description

At World Fuel Services, our employees are the key to our global success.We are industry leaders due to the innumerable talents of our approximately 5000- strong professional team. Our people thrive in an entrepreneurial and culturally-diverse environment, where innovative thinking, collaboration and efficient execution are highly valued. Our high-performance culture is what allows us to drive sustained growth. Stronger together, we promote an environment where individuals can thrive.When you click 'Apply', you will need to click on 'Create Account'. By creating an account, you will be able to view your applications and their statuses. Your password must contain 1 upper case letter, 1 number, and 1 special character.Please note that by submitting an employment application you consent to World Fuel Services processing your information for this role and potentially for future employment opportunities, in accordance with applicable laws. To learn more about how we protect and/or process personal information, please visit the WFS Privacy Center at: Sales Executive (marine fuel)/Bunker TraderUK, Switzerland, Netherlands, Italy, Spain or DenmarkTrainee Sales Executive (marine fuel)/Bunker Trader required by one of the World's leading suppliers of marine fuel!The Trainee Sales Executive will be required to support the development of new customer accounts and further penetrating business with existing customers within the shipping industry.World Fuel Services is a global leader in fuel logistics, specialising in the marketing, sale and distribution of marine, aviation and land fuel products and services. World Fuel Services Corporation is a publicly listed company (NYSE: INT), headquartered in Miami, Florida .Further duties and responsibilities include:Development of new customer accounts and/or further penetrating business with existing customers.Requirement management for existing customersProactively prospect for new business opportunities from new customers - research and analyse client opportunities and develop/implement action plans for attaining the new businessAnalyse and disseminate appropriate market information to identify new business opportunitiesFrequently visit existing and new customersMaintain a database of active customer targets and prospectsBe a reliable point of contact for customer requests and transactionsMonitor customer use of credit line and credit exposureAssist in operational/logistic support where needed (supplier service, fuel delivery coordination, claims resolution and ensure optimal customer satisfaction)The IndividualA passion for sales, operations and logistics is essential.A strong interest in the shipping industry is essential.A strong interest in commodity markets is essential.Strong numerical ability and analytical skills are essentialStrong written and oral English communication skills are essential.Ability to speak an additional European language is advantageous.A willingness and desire to solicit for new business opportunities from new and existing customers is essentialAttention to detail and time management skills are essential.Strong organisational & problem-solving skills are essential.