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Sales Executive, Freight Forwarding

Job Details

  • Posted:25th September, 2024
  • Sector:Freight Forwarding, Shipping
  • Location:Houston, Texas, United States
  • Job Ref:17854
  • Salary:Competitive

We are partnering with an International Global Logistics organisation looking for dynamic and highly motivated individuals to join their growing Sales team in Houston.

Responsibilities;

  • Generating new business leads
  • Covering various states in the US
  • Develop new business in the Air Freight, Ocean Freight and Breakbulk markets
  • Win business from new customers in line with targets set by the Sales Manager
  • Drive new business growth
  • Ensure successful negotiations and business contracting
  • Generate an increase in business from existing customers listed in your portfolio
  • Identify new target customers within defined parameters.
  • Research all clients fully prior to visiting, to ensure credit limits are viable, and there is a realistic chance of success
  • Communication with clients in order to qualify prospects and promote the Company
  • Arrange visits and/or follow up


Skills Required;

  • Freight Forwarding sales experience
  • Experience in Air Freight, Ocean Freight or Break Bulk
  • Proven track record of develop existing and new shipping business
  • Preferably experience developing shipping business on an international scale
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a business-related field, or equivalent experience
  • Self-motivated, with an ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong problem-solving, organizational, and interpersonal skills
  • Strong oral and written communication skills


The company offer a highly competitive compensation package (including a great base salary and a generous commission structure).

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