Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding |

The Supreme HR Advisory; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR advisory firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced sales professional to enhance existing accounts and develop new business in the logistics sector. Applicants should have 3-5 years of sales experience, preferably in freight forwarding, backed by a relevant diploma or degree. This role involves building strong client relationships and contributing to revenue growth.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in sales, preferably in freight forwarding.
• Strong skills in managing customer accounts and developing new business.

Responsibilities

• Grow existing customer accounts by identifying new opportunities.
• Develop new business and identify potential clients.
• Ensure high customer satisfaction and manage the sales cycle.

Skills

Sales experience

Client relationship management

Business development

Education

Diploma or Degree in Business or Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Job description

Salary: $4,500 - $6,000
Working Days: Mon - Friday 9am - 6.30pm
Location: Jurong East (Company Transport Provided)

Responsibilities

• Keep growing our existing customer accounts by spotting new opportunities and offering more of what they need.
• Develop new business and identify potential clients to enhance the existing customer base.
• Implement strategies and tactics to meet and ideally exceed annual revenue and sales targets.
• Prepare sales material, presentations, and proposals tailored to customer needs.
• Build and maintain strong, long‑lasting relationships with clients, ensuring high customer satisfaction.
• Respond to inquiries and manage RFQs (Request for Quotes), ensuring quick and effective communication with clients.
• Follow up on all stages of the sales cycle, including lead generation, quoting, coordination with operational staff, project implementation, and the development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and efficiency across processes.
• Manage accounts receivable follow‑up to ensure timely client payments and maintain healthy cash flow.
• Making sure communication flows smoothly and follow‑ups are done promptly.

Job Requirements

• Diploma or Degree preferably in Business or Logistics and Supply Chain Management or equivalent
• Min. 3-5 years of Sales experience (Freight Forwarding)