Business Development Executive – Freight Forwarding

CLARION LOGISTICS HOLDING SINGAPORE LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in Singapore is seeking a skilled Business Development Executive to drive sales and manage client relationships in the shipping and freight forwarding industry. The ideal candidate will have proven sales experience and strong knowledge of logistics operations. Responsibilities include developing sales strategies and building long-term client engagement to contribute to the firm's growth objectives.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales within the shipping or freight forwarding industry.
• Strong knowledge of logistics, freight operations, and international shipping procedures.
• Ability to work independently, handling the Singapore market with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies to promote services in Singapore.
• Identify new business opportunities and generate leads in shipping.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Sales acumen

Excellent communication

Relationship-building

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Business Development Executive with a strong background in the shipping and freight forwarding industry.

This role will be based in Singapore with a primary focus on driving sales, managing client relationships, and expanding our customer base in the Singapore market. The ideal candidate will possess excellent sales acumen and industry experience, ensuring tailored solutions for our clients and contributing to our growth objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute sales strategies to promote our services to clients in the Singapore market.
• Identify new business opportunities and generate leads within the shipping and freight forwarding sectors.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and long-term engagement.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and meet client needs.
• Conduct regular market analysis to stay updated on industry trends, competitor activities, and potential challenges.
• Prepare sales reports, forecasts, and budgets, tracking progress towards sales targets.
• Travel as required for client meetings and market assessments.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Proven experience in sales within the shipping or freight forwarding industry.
• Strong knowledge of logistics, freight operations, and international shipping procedures.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently, handling the Singapore market with minimal supervision.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to adapt sales strategies based on market insights.

Preferred Skills:

• Minimum 2 years of experience working with clients in the Singapore market.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools.