Sales Executive

Syndicate Container Lines; Navi Mumbai; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Syndicate Container Lines in Navi Mumbai is seeking a Sales Executive to identify and develop new business in NVOCC and freight forwarding, while serving existing customers. You will lead prospecting, meetings, proposals, and rate negotiations to support revenue targets and high service quality.

The role requires coordinating with operations, pricing, and customer service to ensure accurate quotes and timely bookings. Fluency in English and a background in logistics are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales or business development within shipping, NVOCC, freight forwarding, or logistics.
• Strong understanding of international shipping, trade lanes, container operations, and pricing basics.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to manage a sales pipeline, meet targets, and analyze market trends.
• Proficiency with CRM tools and MS Office (Excel, Word) for reporting.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of regional languages is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field (preferred).
• Experience in Dubai or GCC markets is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prospect new business opportunities in NVOCC and freight forwarding.
• Conduct client meetings, prepare and present proposals, and negotiate rates and terms.
• Coordinate with operations, pricing and customer service to ensure accurate quotations and timely bookings.
• Maintain a strong sales pipeline and report market trends and competitor activities.
• Work towards achieving individual and team revenue targets while upholding company standards.

Skills

Sales experience in logistics

Negotiation

Relationship building

Market analysis

CRM proficiency

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Logistics/Supply Chain

Tools

CRM tools

MS Office (Excel, Word)

Job description

Syndicate Container Lines is a leading non-vessel operating common carrier (NVOCC) and freight forwarding company providing reliable, cost-effective logistics services across global trade lanes.

The company specializes in international cargo movement, container leasing, and end-to-end freight solutions for businesses of all sizes.

With a strong global network and deep industry expertise, Syndicate Container Lines enables clients to move cargo efficiently and securely across international markets.

The organization is focused on building long-term partnerships through transparent service, operational excellence, and responsive customer support.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Sales Executive role based in Navi Mumbai, India.

The Sales Executive will identify and develop new business opportunities in NVOCC and freight forwarding, focusing on both new and existing customers.

Day-to-day responsibilities include prospecting leads, conducting client meetings, preparing and presenting proposals, and negotiating rates and contractual terms in line with company guidelines.

The role involves coordinating closely with operations, pricing, and customer service teams to ensure accurate quotations, timely bookings, and high service quality.

The Sales Executive will maintain a strong sales pipeline, report on market trends and competitor activities, and work towards achieving individual and team revenue targets while upholding company standards and ethics.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales or business development within shipping, NVOCC, freight forwarding, or logistics.
• Strong understanding of international shipping, trade lanes, container operations, and basic pricing concepts.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to manage a sales pipeline, meet targets, and analyze market trends to identify opportunities.
• Comfort with CRM tools, MS Office (Excel, & Word), and basic data analysis for sales reporting.
• Proactive, results-oriented mindset with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Fluency in English; additional languages commonly used in regional trade are an advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred.
• Prior experience working in the Dubai or GCC market and familiarity with regional trade regulations is beneficial.