Business Development & Sales – Freight Division

Samee Metal Trading; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned logistics company is seeking an Outside Sales / Business Development professional in Hamilton, ON. This role involves generating new business, visiting clients, and building lasting relationships in the freight sector. Compensation includes a competitive base salary with commission potential and growth opportunities towards a managerial position. Ideal candidates will have a solid B2B sales background, excellent communication skills, and a knack for entrepreneurship.

Benefits

Commission from secured accounts

Company vehicle for client visits

Travel reimbursement

Tools for success: laptop

Tools for success: laptop

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of B2B sales experience in freight, logistics, or 3PL services is required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Must be highly organized and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business opportunities through site visits, cold calling, and networking.
• Negotiate contracts and rate agreements with clients.
• Visit prospective clients across Southern Ontario to promote freight services.
• Negotiate contracts and rate agreements.
• Manage and nurture accounts you bring in, ensuring strong service and retention.

Skills

B2B Sales Experience

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Entrepreneurial Mindset

Entrepreneurial Mindset

Job description

Job Description

Outside Sales / Business Development – Freight Division

Location : Hamilton, ON

Compensation : Competitive base salary $45,000–$75,000 (commensurate with experience) + 3–5% monthly revenue commission + travel reimbursement + company vehicle use

OTE (Total Compensation) : $75,000–$105,000+ annually (depending on performance and experience)

About : Samee Metal Trading (Freight Division)

Samee Metal Trading is a fast-growing, family-owned company specializing in steel, logistics, and freight solutions. Our freight division is expanding, and we’re building a team that reflects our ambitious drive, relationship-focused, and committed to delivering excellence.

We’re looking for a motivated professional to help us build new business, secure freight contracts, and grow our client network. This is a forward-facing role that blends sales strategy with genuine relationship-building. If you’re someone who thrives on making connections, opening doors, and turning conversations into opportunities, this is where you can make a real impact.

What You’ll Do

• Generate new business opportunities through site visits, cold calling, and networking
• Identify new markets, and contracts to increase fleet business
• Visit prospective clients across Southern Ontario to introduce our freight services
• Exceed all standards for prospecting calls, presentations, proposals and closes
• Negotiate contracts and rate agreements
• Provide activity reports of your sales efforts on a regular basis
• Participate in sales management reporting, including forecasting, reporting, and performance analysis to be presented to the CEO
• Manage and nurture accounts you bring in, ensuring strong service and retention

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years of B2B Sales Experience, ideally within freight, logistics, or 3PL services
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify and capitalize on new opportunities
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel (including occasional multi-day trips across Canada) to visit clients

Compensation & Perks

• OTE (Total Compensation) : $75,000–$105,000+ annually (depending on performance and experience)
• Base Salary : $45,000–$75,000 (depending on experience)
• 3-5% direct commission from accounts secured
• Tools for success : laptop, travel reimbursement, and access to company vehicle for client visits

Growth Path

Successful candidates will have an opportunity of a clear path toward becoming a Business Development Manager within 12–18 months. As the freight division grows, this role will expand into broader business development across logistics, storage, steel, and trucking.

Why Join Us

At Samee Metals, we do things differently. We don’t operate with heavy hierarchy or corporate red tape as we value initiative, independence, and integrity. You’ll have the freedom to build your network, expand your career in freight and logistics, and directly see the results of your work. We’re a small, agile team that rewards results and relationships — not titles.

To Apply

If you’re someone who thrives on building relationships, opening doors, and turning opportunities into results — we want to meet you.

Send your résumé and a short cover letter highlighting your sales experience and what drives you to succeed to :