Sales Executive - Global Logistics | Freight Forwarding

Recruiter:

TrudyQ Consulting

Job Ref:

EI1

Date posted:

Friday, June 6, 2025

Location:

CapeTown, South Africa

Salary:

Salary + Company Benefits + Travel Allowance + Commission

SUMMARY:
Form a part of this Top Market Leader – A Fortune 500 Company that specialises in Global Logistics.

POSITION INFO:

The focus of this role will be to achieve results by driving strong business development initiatives whilst being fully embraced in a supportive and team selling cultured environment.

Minimum requirements:

Matric/NQF4
Relevant sales/logistics/marketing qualification (advantageous)
3-5 years New Business Development experience in the Freight/Logistics/Distribution/Supply Chain Industry (pre-requisite)
Present proof of Targets vs. Actual Achievements
Fully computer literate and exposure to working on integrated information systems
Strong oral and written proficiency in the English Language
Own presentable & reliable vehicle with valid driver’s licence

Key Performance Areas

Manage an assigned territory and demonstrate extensive knowledge of potential customers and competitors in this area
Timely data entry in Customer Relationship Management tool
Orchestrate customer / branch relationships and collaborate with regional Product, Service, Geo, and Knowledge Management resources
Participate in the creation of value-added solutions for customer’s logistics needs, including supporting diagrams and cost-benefit calculations
Support the transition of new accounts through customer introductions, information transfer, and securing any necessary customer paperwork. When needed, support AR (accounts receivable) collection
Attend training & development sessions to continue developing selling skills and updating Product and Service knowledge
Work towards and achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets
Involvement in local trade groups, as directed by the District Sales Manager
Take on additional assignments as required, supporting company needs

In return this opportunity will offer the successful candidate a competitive remuneration package that will include a Basic Salary, Car Allowance, Company Contribution towards Medical Aid & Retirement Annuity and an aggressive commission structure.

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