Logistics Sales Executive

Red Recruits; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Job Title: Logistics Sales Executive

Location: Chelmsford (Office-Based with Field Travel)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:00

Salary: Generous Base + Lucrative Commission

Benefits: Car Allowance, Laptop

Holidays: 20 days (excluding bank holidays), plus 1 extra day per year after first full year of employment, to a maximum of 25 days.

Company Pension:

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 Logistics 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.

Logistics 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.
• Delivering top-tier customer service and maintaining positive client relationships.
• Collaborating with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and client satisfaction.
• Meeting or exceeding yearly sales quotas (reviewed quarterly).
• Expanding client portfolio and boosting 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 and 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.

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0203 906 6020

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