Sales Executive (Shipping & Logistics)

SEAGEM SHIPPING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing logistics company in Singapore is seeking a dynamic Sales Executive to drive new business in freight forwarding. The successful candidate will manage client accounts and negotiate service agreements. Ideal candidates have 2-5 years in shipping or logistics, excellent negotiation skills, and a strong client network. Competitive salary and attractive commissions offered, along with career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary + attractive commission

Career growth prospects

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of proven sales experience in shipping, freight forwarding, or logistics.
• Strong knowledge of regional trade lanes: India Subcontinent, Middle East, Southeast Asia.
• Self-motivated, target-driven, and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in shipping and logistics.
• Manage and grow existing client accounts through excellent service.
• Negotiate freight rates and service agreements with carriers.

Skills

Sales experience in shipping

Client relationship management

Negotiation skills

Knowledge of freight forwarding operations

Excellent communication

Education

Diploma/Degree in Business or Logistics

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Sales Executive to join our growing team in Singapore. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing new business opportunities in freight forwarding maintaining strong relationships with clients, and achieving sales targets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities in shipping, logistics, and freight forwarding.
• Manage and grow existing client accounts through excellent service and relationship management.
• Negotiate freight rates and service agreements with carriers, vendors, and partners.
• Coordinate with operations teams to ensure smooth execution of shipments.
• Prepare and deliver sales reports, forecasts, and market intelligence to management.
• Meet and exceed assigned sales targets.

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Business, Logistics, or related field (preferred, but not mandatory).
• 2–5 years of proven sales experience in shipping, freight forwarding, or logistics.
• Strong knowledge of Freight Forwading operations, freight rates, and regional trade lanes (India Subcontinent, Middle East, Southeast Asia preferred).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, target-driven, and able to work independently.
• Existing client base/network will be an added advantage.

What We Offer

• Competitive basic salary + attractive commission scheme.
• Opportunity to work with an experienced management team and regional offices (Singapore, India, Malaysia, Bangladesh).
• Career growth prospects within a fast-growing shipping and logistics company.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.