Introduction
As a Cargo Sales Excellence Project Manager, the world is yours at KLM. Work with us on supporting our Cargo Sales teams’ development and several change programs. You will meet our Sales teams and leaders around the world and you land in an environment that is international, exciting, and dynamic with Cargo business booming currently. Through the diversity of jobs, departments and colleagues, you always have the opportunity to surpass your own limitations; every day again.
What are you going to do?
Air France – KLM Cargo works with a decentralized Sales Organisation, approximately 170 Sales and Inside Sales Managers are spread over 70 locations worldwide. Their focus is to sell our networks and products and to be(come) a trusted advisor to customers in the Cargo airline Industry. In order to do so they need the best possible information at their fingertips. In the past years we have heavily invested on the development of a change program for sales managers; in this program we offer our Sales a series of tools to get more insights on the customer strategy. Next to this we constantly run projects centrally from our Amsterdam office to improve our communication flow towards out international teams (internal newsletters, online workshops...). One of our main goals is to create a strong international Sales Team that feels connected not only to our company but also to colleagues worldwide, sharing best practices and supporting each other on the customer approach we ambition.
You will have a role in facilitating the further design and implementing projects related to the following themes:
- Digital connectivity / new media
- Improving and steering internal communication
- Setting up a Sales Information Centre
- Knowledge management
- Design and facilitate training
- Organize online international workshops on:
- Sustainability
- Inclusion & Diversity
- Core Values
You will land in Schiphol Oost as part of the Cargo Commercial Strategy & Performance Management team, a small & mighty team of 8 people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. You will be mentored by a team member and benefit from regular coaching moments and opportunities to develop yourself.
We are looking for someone with great written & verbal communication skills that is able to connect to and interact with different people across the globe. Prior experience in project management, specifically how to make change happen, is important. Enjoy working in- and contributing to a team. Language spoken: English (minimal level C1). Max. travel Distance from Schiphol Oost 60 minutes. (bus stop in front of the building and free parking possibilities are within walking distance)
Communication
Information gathering
Taking initiative
Teamwork
Written communication skills
KLM offers you a highly instructive experience in a dynamic organisation in which you will play an important role. You can develop yourself considerably during this traineeship, both personally and professionally. In addition, this traineeship offers you the opportunity to build up your network, as you will be working with many different KLM employees!
Another advantage of a traineeship at KLM is the KLM Taxiway association run by and for trainees. This association expands your network and organises fun events and interesting excursions within the KLM organisation. There is also a traineeship allowance.