Sales Executive - Freight Forwarding in Chelmsford, East Of England
Uk working eligibility only.
Job Title: Sales Executive - Freight Forwarding
Location: Chelmsford (Office-Based with Field Travel)
⏰ Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:00
Salary: Generous Base 30k to 35k + 5% Commission
Benefits: Laptop and Phone provided
️ Holidays: 20 days (excl. bank holidays) + 1 extra day per year, up to 25 days max.
Pension: Auto-enrolment into company pension scheme
Our client, an international transport company, is looking to appoint an experienced Logistics Sales Executive to drive business growth, develop client relationships, and expand market presence. Based out of Essex, this position will include field travel.
The Role
As Freight Forwarding Sales Executive, a typical day will involve engaging with potential and existing clients to provide top-tier logistics solutions in a proactive sales approach, both in the office and in the field. You will predominantly be dealing with Sea Imports & Exports, however experience in Air, Road and Warehousing would also be an advantage.
Freight Forwarding Sales Executive duties include:
- Building, developing and managing a client portfolio, fostering long-term relationships.
- Identifying and securing new business opportunities through lead generation, outreach, and in-person meetings.
- Presenting logistics services to potential clients, highlighting value and securing long-term contracts.
- Deliver top-tier customer service and maintain positive client relationships.
- Collaborating with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and client satisfaction.
- Meet or exceed yearly sales quotas (reviewed quarterly).
- Expand client portfolio and boost retention rates.
- Maintaining accurate detailed sales records in the CRM system, tracking performance and pipelines.
- Staying ahead of industry trends and competitor activities to maintain a competitive edge.
We're keen to speak to dynamic and results driven, logistics sales professionals who can be adaptable to market shifts.
Applicants should have proven experience in sales, ideally within logistics, transport, or a similar fast-paced environment, with strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills, as well as strong numerical, literacy skills.
Why Join Our Client?
- Competitive salary with an industry-leading commission structure.
- Opportunity to work in a growing and supportive team environment.
- Career progression and professional development opportunities.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and ambitious professional to take ownership of a critical role in a growing business.
Contact us today.
0203 906 6020
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