Business Developer, Freight & Logistics

Samee Metal Trading; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Samee Metal Trading in Canada is seeking a high-energy hunter to join its freight and logistics division. You will develop and execute a strategic sales plan to win new freight and logistics business, targeting manufacturers, distributors, retailers, steel and industrial sectors.

Benefits include a base salary of $60,000–$70,000 with a high-yield commission structure and Total OTE of $70,000–$100,000+ per year. Travel throughout Southern Ontario and growth opportunities shape this role.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of B2B sales experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic sales plan to generate new freight and logistics business.
• Identify, prospect, and secure new customers across manufacturing, distribution, retail, steel, construction, and industrial sectors.
• Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline through cold calling, networking, and in-person customer visits.
• Present transportation and logistics solutions tailored to customer needs.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service agreements.
• Collaborate closely with dispatch and operations teams to ensure exceptional customer service.
• Maintain accurate sales activity, pipeline, and forecasting reports.
• Represent Samee Metal Trading at industry events, trade shows, and networking functions.

Skills

B2B sales

New business generation

Negotiation

Communication

Organization

Driver's license

Willingness to travel

Tools

HubSpot

Job description

Samee Metal Trading is a fast-growing, family-owned company specializing in steel, logistics, and freight solutions. Our freight division is expanding rapidly, and we’re looking for a high-energy \"hunter\" to join our team. We value ambitious drive, genuine relationships, and a commitment to delivering excellence.

If you are looking to launch a career in sales and logistics where your hard work directly impacts your paycheck, this is the place for you.

Base Salary: $60,000 – $70,000 (Commensurate with experience).

Incentive Structure: High-yield commission tied to monthly net profit targets.

Total OTE: $70,000 – $100,000+ per annum.

Professional Growth: Opportunity to shape the logistics strategy of a growing company.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic sales plan to generate new freight and logistics business.
• Identify, prospect, and secure new customers across manufacturing, distribution, retail, steel, construction, and industrial sectors.
• Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline through cold calling, networking, and in-person customer visits.
• Present transportation and logistics solutions tailored to customer needs.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service agreements.
• Collaborate closely with dispatch and operations teams to ensure exceptional customer service.
• Maintain accurate sales activity, pipeline, and forecasting reports.
• Represent Samee Metal Trading at industry events, trade shows, and networking functions.

Skills & Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 3+ years of B2B sales experience.
• Proven track record of generating new business and exceeding sales targets.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and results-oriented.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel throughout Southern Ontario.

Preferred

• Freight, transportation, logistics, brokerage, trucking, or supply chain experience.
• Experience selling truckload (TL), less-than-truckload (LTL), dedicated transportation, brokerage, or warehousing solutions.
• CRM experience (HubSpot, or similar).