Global Freight Business Development Executive

IFB International Freightbridge; Kota Medan ᯔᯩᯑᯉ᯲; On-site; IDR 120,000,000 - 180,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible environment

Bonus scheme

Growth opportunities

Regional SEA team

Job summary

IFB International Freightbridge in Medan, Indonesia is seeking a Business Development Executive to grow the customer base and expand freight forwarding services.

You will build relationships, identify opportunities, and collaborate with operations to ensure top-tier service while driving profitability. A bachelor’s degree and 2–3 years in freight forwarding with English proficiency are required, with self-drive and leadership skills valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree required; 2–3 years in Freight-Forwarding with at least 2 years in sales.
• Proficiency in English; other languages a plus.
• Strong negotiation, presentation and communication skills.
• Knowledge of Incoterms, international shipping documents, and freight forwarding processes.
• Own vehicle with valid SIM A/C preferred.
• Existing customer network in North Sumatra is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with existing customers while acquiring new business to achieve sales targets.
• Identify new business opportunities through market research, networking, referrals and direct customer visits.
• Develop trade lanes and opportunities via IFB global network.
• Work with Operations, Customer Service and Overseas Offices to ensure service delivery.
• Ensure new business meets profitability and GP targets.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities and provide sales intelligence.
• Build business across Palm Oil, Coffee, Rubber, Manufacturing and General Cargo.
• Review sales performance with Branch and Country Management.

Skills

Negotiation

Presentation

Communication

Leadership

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

IFB International Freightbridge in Medan, Indonesia is seeking a Business Development Executive to grow the customer base and expand freight forwarding services.

You will build relationships, identify opportunities, and collaborate with operations to ensure top-tier service while driving profitability. A bachelor’s degree and 2–3 years in freight forwarding with English proficiency are required, with self-drive and leadership skills valued.