Freight Forwarding Business Development Lead – Dammam

Confidential Company; Al Khobar, Dammam; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Incentives

Growth prospects

Job summary

Confidential Company based in Al Khobar is looking for a Sales Manager with strong experience in freight forwarding. The role includes finding industries that require services, enhancing the customer base, and managing client relationships effectively.

Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and have at least 5–10 years in logistics with proven sales experience. The position offers competitive salaries and incentives with significant growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–10 years of experience in freight forwarding and logistics.
• Sales experience in freight forwarding with knowledge of customs clearance in Saudi Arabia.
• Strong familiarity with shipping line and airline terms.

Responsibilities

• Find industries requiring freight forwarding services.
• Present services to clients and follow up on leads.
• Enhance the customer base by onboarding new clients.
• Collect market intelligence on freight to explore business opportunities.
• Attend client inquiries and send proposals.
• Visit clients regularly for relationship management.
• Negotiate best buying rates.
• Monitor freight movement and provide updates.
• Communicate with external parties to resolve operational issues.
• Maintain CRM records of business development activity.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Self-motivated

Proactive

Fluency in English

Cultural awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Marketing

Tools

CRM software

Sales analytics tools

Job description

Confidential Company based in Al Khobar is looking for a Sales Manager with strong experience in freight forwarding. The role includes finding industries that require services, enhancing the customer base, and managing client relationships effectively.

Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and have at least 5–10 years in logistics with proven sales experience. The position offers competitive salaries and incentives with significant growth opportunities.