Sales Executive - Freight Forwarding

MCM Global Recruitment; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and commission structure

Health insurance

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive work environment

Job summary

A leading global recruitment agency is seeking a Sales Executive for the freight forwarding industry in Riyadh. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of sales experience in KSA, with deep knowledge of logistics and a proven track record in developing client relationships. Key responsibilities include identifying new business opportunities, negotiating contracts, and collaborating with teams to ensure satisfaction. This role offers a competitive salary and commission structure, along with health insurance and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of sales experience in the freight forwarding industry within KSA.
• Strong knowledge of international and domestic freight forwarding.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in the freight forwarding industry.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Negotiate contracts and rates with customers.
• Collaborate with the operations team to ensure timely and accurate delivery of freight.
• Prepare and deliver sales presentations to potential clients.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets and KPIs.
• Stay updated with market trends and competitor activities to identify new opportunities.
• Provide excellent customer service and support to clients throughout the sales process.

Skills

Sales experience in freight forwarding

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of logistics and freight forwarding

Ability to work under pressure

Arabic language

Job description

About the job Sales Executive - Freight Forwarding

Job Title: Sales Executive - Freight Forwarding

Job Type: Full-Time

Experience: Minimum 3 years in KSA freight sales

Job Description:

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Sales Executive to join our team in the freight forwarding industry. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sales within KSA, with a strong understanding of the logistics and freight forwarding sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in the freight forwarding industry.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to understand their shipping needs and provide tailored logistics solutions.
• Negotiate contracts and rates with customers and carriers to maximize profitability and ensure service satisfaction.
• Collaborate with the operations team to ensure timely and accurate delivery of freight.
• Prepare and deliver sales presentations to potential clients.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets and KPIs.
• Stay updated with market trends and competitor activities to identify new opportunities.
• Provide excellent customer service and support to clients throughout the sales process.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of sales experience in the freight forwarding industry within KSA.
• Strong knowledge of international and domestic freight forwarding, gateway operations, and current market trends.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of Arabic or other languages is a plus.
• Valid driving license.
• Willingness to travel within KSA for client meetings.
• Competitive salary and commission structure.
• Health insurance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.