Sales Executive - Freight Forwarding

Red Recruit; England; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Freight Forwarding Sales Executive to join its UK Sales Team based at Heathrow. The role involves selling freight services across multiple regions, managing client relationships, and driving sales targets. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 2 years’ experience in the freight industry and a valid UK driving license. Competitive salary of up to £40,000 plus bonuses and a car allowance is offered.

Benefits

£5,000 annual car allowance

Competitive bonus based on targets

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in the freight industry.
• Knowledge of import/export multimodal operations.

Responsibilities

• Identify sales opportunities and profile new businesses.
• Proactively explore new business opportunities.
• Drive to achieve sales targets.
• Manage CRM system and maintain ongoing communication with clients.
• Develop and enhance current client portfolios.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers, and overseas agents.
• Demonstrate technical knowledge of freight services.
• Exhibit excellent communication, influencing, and negotiation skills.
• Represent the company professionally.

Skills

Strong communication and presentation skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Understanding of logistics processes and procedures

Ability to prioritize and organize workload with attention to detail

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Flexibility with working hours

Right to work in the UK

Job description

Due to company growth, we are currently seeking an experienced Freight Forwarding Sales Executive to join our client's UK Sales Team, based at Heathrow.

As a Freight Forwarding Sales Executive, you will sell all modes of freight across Oxford, Reading, Guildford, South West Essex, Kent, and Greater London. A full UK driving license and access to a vehicle are essential. The role will be based in Heathrow, with some office attendance required.

• Identify sales opportunities and profile new businesses to support freight and customs needs.
• Proactively explore new business opportunities.
• Drive to achieve sales targets.
• Manage CRM system and maintain ongoing communication with clients and prospects.
• Develop and enhance current client portfolios.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers, and overseas agents.
• Demonstrate technical knowledge of freight services and products.
• Exhibit excellent communication, influencing, and negotiation skills.
• Represent the company professionally with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and general PC skills.
• Understanding of logistics processes and procedures.
• Ability to prioritize and organize workload with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility with working hours, including remote work options.
• Right to work in the UK.

We are interested in candidates with at least 2 years' experience in the freight industry, particularly with knowledge of import/export multimodal operations.

The successful candidate will be offered up to £40,000, plus a £5,000 annual car allowance and a competitive bonus based on targets and growth.

Contact us today at 0203 906 6020. If you know someone suitable, please share this advert or refer them through our website to earn a referral fee. We also offer confidential submission options and a candidate alert list for relevant job updates.