Senior Sales Executive – Ocean & Air Freight (K/M)

Associated Traffic AG; Polska; Hybride; PLN 120 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

International environment

Onboarding program

Career path

Language courses

Birthday day off

Referral program

Team events

Résumé du poste

AsstrA, a global freight forwarding company, is looking for a seasoned sales professional to expand our air and ocean freight customer base from Poland. You will tailor logistics solutions, prepare quotes, and drive revenue growth while coordinating with operations to ensure seamless shipments.

The role requires strong negotiation and communication skills, deep industry knowledge, and a track record of meeting sales targets.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of sales/business development experience in freight forwarding or logistics.
• Strong knowledge of air freight, ocean freight (FCL/LCL), import/export procedures, incoterms and customs clearance processes
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and winning new business.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, presentation, and relationship building skills.

Responsabilités

• Identify, prospect, and acquire new customers for air/ocean freight and related services.
• Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline through cold calls, networking, referrals, and visits.
• Develop tailored logistics and supply chain solutions based on customer requirements.
• Prepare quotations, RFQs, tenders, and commercial proposals.
• Negotiate freight rates, contracts, and service agreements.
• Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales and gross profit targets.
• Maintain long-term relationships with customers and grow account revenue.
• Collaborate with operations, pricing, and customer service teams to ensure smooth shipments.

Connaissances

Sales experience

Freight forwarding

CRM proficiency

Negotiation

English proficiency

Outils

CRM systems

MS Office

Description du poste

AsstrA is an ambitious team driven by excellence and passionate about logistics. Our skilled and competent employees operate across continents, with offices in the United States, Europe, the CIS countries, the Middle East and the Far East. We have offices in 24 countries and employ over 1 000 logistics professionals. With 30 years' of experience and a strong reputation on the market, AsstrA provides logistics with a human touch through comprehensive solutions that encompass all modes of transport and additional services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, prospect, and acquire new customers for air freight, ocean freight (FCL/LCL), customs brokerage, warehousing, and logistics services.
• Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline through cold calling, networking, referrals, and client visits.
• Develop tailored logistics and supply chain solutions based on customer requirements.
• Prepare quotations, RFQs, tenders, and commercial proposals.
• Negotiate freight rates, contracts, and service agreements.
• Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales and gross profit targets.
• Maintain long‑term relationships with existing customers and grow account revenue.
• Work closely with operations, pricing, and customer service teams to ensure smooth shipment execution.
• Monitor market trends, carrier rates, trade lanes, and competitor activities.
• Update CRM systems and provide regular sales forecasts and reports.
• Represent the company at trade shows, networking events, and industry meetings.

Requirements:

• 3 - 5+ years of sales/business development experience in freight forwarding or logistics.
• Strong knowledge of air freight, ocean freight (FCL/LCL), import and export procedures, incoterms and customs clearance processes
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and winning new business.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, presentation, and relationship building skills.
• Ability to prepare pricing and logistics solutions for customers.
• CRM proficiency and good knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Native-level proficiency in Polish and a minimum of B2+/C1 level English (written and spoken) are mandatory.

KPIs

• New business revenue generated.
• Gross profit (GP) achievement.
• Number of new customer accounts opened.
• Sales pipeline value.
• Customer retention and growth.
• Conversion rate from quotations to shipments.

We offer:

• Development in an international environment
• Onboarding program and mentor support
• Clear career path and evaluation system
• Training and English language courses
• Stable employment and remuneration commensurate with your commitment
• Additional day off on your birthday
• Referral program
• Team‑building events and a friendly team atmosphere