Outside Sales Executive

Yusen Logistics Group; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Yusen Logistics Group is seeking an ambitious Outside Sales Executive to drive growth in Sweden's Air Freight and Ocean Freight services. You will build lasting customer partnerships while identifying opportunities and tailoring proposals.

Responsibilities include acquiring new customers, expanding existing accounts, and collaborating with branch teams to define sales strategies and solutions that meet client needs.

Qualifications

• Experience in Air Freight and/or Ocean Freight forwarding.
• Proven experience in customer acquisition and business development.
• Strong verbal and written communication in Swedish and English.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Service-oriented with a focus on customer satisfaction.
• Proactive, flexible, and highly organized.
• Accurate and detail-oriented in commercial and administrative tasks.
• Strong team player across departments.

Responsibilities

• Identify and acquire new customers across relevant industry sectors.
• Develop additional business opportunities within existing accounts.
• Qualify and follow up on sales leads and tender responses.
• Prepare quotations, RFQs, and commercial proposals.
• Support contract negotiations and collaborate with branches.
• Maintain accurate customer information and sales administration.
• Represent Yusen Logistics professionally at meetings and events.

Skills

Air Freight and Ocean Freight

Customer acquisition

Business development

Bilingual: Swedish & English

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Customer service mindset

Organized and proactive

Detail-oriented

Team player

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us:

Yusen Logistics is one of the world's leading providers of logistics solutions, helping businesses optimize their global supply chains. With over 25,000 employees across more than 650 locations in 46 countries, we offer an inspiring work environment with diverse development opportunities. As a company with Japanese roots, we embrace the philosophy of Kaizen – the culture of continuous improvement – in all our business areas.

To strengthen our commercial team in Sweden, we're looking for an ambitious Outside Sales Executive who thrives on winning new business and building lasting customer partnerships.

What You'll Do

As an Outside Sales Executive, you will be responsible for identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities while growing existing customer relationships within our Air Freight and Ocean Freight services. You will play a key role in driving revenue growth and expanding Yusen Logistics' presence in the Swedish market.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Identifying and acquiring new customers across relevant industry sectors.
• Developing additional business opportunities within existing customer accounts.
• Actively searching for, qualifying, and following up on sales leads.
• Preparing quotations, RFQs, and tender responses tailored to customer requirements.
• Drafting commercial proposals and supporting contract negotiations.
• Working closely with branch management and operational teams to develop sales strategies and customer solutions.
• Managing sales administration and maintaining accurate customer information.
• Representing Yusen Logistics professionally during customer visits, meetings, and networking opportunities.

Who We're Looking For

You are a commercially driven logistics professional who enjoys building relationships and turning opportunities into long-term partnerships. You combine strong communication skills with a proactive approach and a passion for delivering customer-focused solutions.

Your Profile

• High School diploma or equivalent education.
• Experience in Air Freight and/or Ocean Freight forwarding.
• Proven experience in customer acquisition and business development.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in both Swedish and English.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Service-oriented with a strong focus on customer satisfaction.
• Proactive, flexible, and highly organized.
• Accurate and detail-oriented in both commercial and administrative activities.
• Strong team player capable of collaborating across departments.

Why Yusen Logistics?

At Yusen Logistics, you'll join a global organization where entrepreneurship, collaboration, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.

We offer:

• An international and dynamic working environment.
• The opportunity to make a real impact on the continued growth of our business.
• A collaborative culture where your ideas and initiatives are valued.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities within a global logistics leader.
• The chance to work with a diverse portfolio of customers and supply chain solutions.

Ready to design the future of logistics with us?