Business Development Sales Executive (Freight Forwarding)

Corestaff Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading freight forwarding provider in Singapore is seeking a full-time Sales Executive to enhance its customer base and drive revenue. Responsibilities include identifying new business opportunities, managing customer accounts, achieving sales targets, and ensuring smooth operations. Ideal candidates should have at least 2 years in sales within the logistics sector and possess strong communication and problem-solving skills. This position is vital for sustaining excellent customer satisfaction in a competitive market.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years in a sales/customer-facing role in freight forwarding or logistics.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities through calls and outreach.
• Promote international air and sea freight forwarding services.
• Build and manage customer accounts to achieve sales targets.
• Prepare sales reports and conduct market research.
• Coordinate with internal teams for smooth shipment processes.
• Handle day-to-day sales coordination and customer follow-ups.
• Maintain customer satisfaction through timely communication.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer relations

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Job description

About the role

This full-time Sales Executive (Freight Forwarding) role is an exciting opportunity to join our client, a leading provider of freight forwarding. As a Sales Executive, you will play a vital role in growing the company's customer base and driving revenue through effective sales and relationship management.

What you'll be doing

• Identify and develop new business opportunities through calls, outreach, and sales visits
• Promote the company’s international air and sea freight forwarding services
• Build and manage customer accounts to achieve monthly sales targets
• Prepare monthly sales reports and conduct basic market/competitor research
• Coordinate with internal operations teams to ensure smooth shipment processes from pickup to delivery
• Handle day-to-day sales coordination and customer follow-ups
• Maintain strong customer satisfaction through timely communication and service support

What we're looking for

• At least 2 years of experience in a sales or customer-facing role within the freight forwarding / logistics / shipping industry
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and negotiate effectively
• Strong problem-solving and customer service orientation

Qualified or interested candidates, please submit your updated resume by using the Apply Now Button.

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