Sales & Development Executive

One to One Personnel; Tilbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A freight forwarding company based in Tilbury seeks a Sales & Development Executive to drive sales in global freight. Candidates should have at least 2 years of freight sales experience, strong negotiation skills, and excellent communication abilities. This role offers competitive salary between £30,000 to £37,500 plus commission, and a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Bonus at company discretion

Corporate days for clients

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in freight sales within a forwarding environment.
• Proven track record in sales and business development.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the global freight industry.

Responsibilities

• Identify and source new business opportunities.
• Develop sales across sea freight, air freight, and road freight.
• Prepare accurate quotations.

Skills

Freight sales experience

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team spirit

English and mathematics skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Global Freight Industry

Tilbury | Monday - Friday | £30,000 to £37,500 + Commission

Are you ready to take your freight forwarding career to the next level?

We’re seeking a dynamic and experienced Sales & Development Executive with a deep understanding of the global freight industry, someone who knows how to build strong relationships and deliver tangible results. From sea, air to road, you’ll play a key role in supporting the Business Development Executives as they create smarter, faster and greener transport solutions for businesses around the world.

To be considered for this role you must have at least 2 years previous freight sales experience, especially in deep sea, air and road.

Role Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in freight sales (sea, air, and road) within a freight forwarding environment
• A proven track record in sales and business development
• Comprehensive knowledge of the global freight industry
• Exceptional negotiation skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and a friendly, approachable demeanour
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• A collaborative and dynamic team spirit
• Outstanding English and mathematics skills

Key responsibilities & Tasks

• Identify and source new business opportunities, leveraging your own leads and those provided by the Sales and Operations teams
• Develop new sales across FCL/LCL sea freight, air freight, and road freight, for both imports and exports
• Operate flexibly, with responsibilities both in‑office and in the field
• Bring transferable business connections (advantageous but not essential)
• Prepare accurate quotations, ensuring the inclusion of all relevant terms and clauses
• Note: As the freight forwarding industry evolves, responsibilities may be adjusted to reflect operational needs

What’s in it for you

• 20 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays – Will increase with service
• Bonus at Company discretion
• Corporate days for clients, including football, Formula 1 and The Open
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• The chance to work with an experienced and motivated team in a thriving industry

If you have all the skills above and feel this is the role for you, please do not hesitate to contact Louise at One to One Personnel or forward your CV.