Job Title: Sales Manager Freight Forwarding
Locations
Bangalore & Goa
Job Description
We are looking for experienced Sales Managers with a strong background in Freight Forwarding / Shipping / Logistics to drive business development, customer acquisition and revenue growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and develop new business through field visits, cold calling, referrals, networking and digital platforms.
- Generate leads from importers, exporters, manufacturers, traders and logistics partners.
- Promote Air Freight, Sea Freight (FCL/LCL), Road Transportation, Customs Clearance, Warehousing and Project Cargo services.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers.
- Understand customer logistics requirements and provide customized solutions.
- Prepare freight quotations, negotiate rates and close business.
- Achieve monthly, quarterly and annual sales targets.
- Conduct customer meetings, presentations and business negotiations.
- Coordinate with Operations, Pricing, Documentation and Customer Service teams for smooth shipment execution.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activities and freight rate fluctuations.
- Maintain sales pipeline, customer records and regular sales reports.
- Ensure timely follow-up and payment collection in coordination with Finance.
- Lead and guide the sales team to achieve business targets.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Logistics or related field.
- 4–8 years of experience in Freight Forwarding, Shipping, Logistics or Supply Chain Sales.
- Strong knowledge of Air Freight, Ocean Freight, Import/Export, Incoterms and Customs procedures.
- Proven track record in B2B sales and business development.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills.
- Strong customer acquisition and relationship management skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office and CRM software.
- Valid driving licence preferred.
Key Skills
- Sales Management
- Business Development
- Freight Forwarding
- B2B Sales
- Air Freight
- Ocean Freight
- FCL
- LCL
- Import & Export
- Customer Acquisition
- Client Relationship Management
- Quotation & Pricing
- Negotiation
- Team Management
- Target Achievement
Target Customers
- Importers & Exporters
- Manufacturing Industries
- Pharmaceutical Companies
- Automobile Industries
- Engineering Companies
- FMCG
- Textile & Garment Exporters
- E-commerce Companies
- Chemical Industries
- Project Cargo Customers