Sales Executive (Shipping & Logistics)

SEAGEM SHIPPING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic shipping and logistics company in Singapore is looking for a Sales Executive to develop new business opportunities and manage client accounts. The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of sales experience in freight forwarding or logistics, excellent communication skills, and is self-motivated. The role offers a competitive salary plus commission, with career growth prospects in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary

Attractive commission scheme

Career growth prospects

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of proven sales experience in shipping, freight forwarding, or logistics.
• Strong knowledge of freight forwarding operations and freight rates.
• Self-motivated and target-driven individual.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in logistics.
• Manage existing client accounts and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Negotiate service agreements with carriers and vendors.
• Coordinate with operations teams for smooth shipment execution.
• Prepare and deliver sales reports and forecasts.

Skills

Sales experience in shipping, freight forwarding, or logistics

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship management

Education

Diploma/Degree in Business, Logistics, or related field

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.