Field Sales Executive - Seattle, WA

APM Terminals; Fife (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid parental leave

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

APM Terminals in Seattle is seeking a Freight Forwarding Field Sales Executive to grow the customer base in the metro area. The role involves delivering strategic logistics solutions and collaborating with teams on client needs.

The ideal candidate should have at least 4 years of sales experience in ground transportation logistics, strong customer focus, and proficiency in Salesforce and Microsoft Office. The compensation includes a base salary of $90,000 to $100,000 and various benefits.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of proven sales success preferred.
• Experience using Salesforce and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong customer focus with a track record of meeting sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Grow the customer base within the Seattle metro territory.
• Collaborate with teams to expand network reach.
• Meet or exceed sales targets for the Ground Freight LTL business.

Skills

Sales success

Customer focus

Organizational skills

Analytical mindset

Salesforce proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Freight Forwarding Field Sales Executive – Seattle. Based in Seattle, Washington, supporting the metro area territory. Maersk Ground Freight operates one of the largest Specialized LTL networks in the U.S., with over 65+ stations and a strong linehaul backbone, delivering thousands of shipments daily to more than 40,000 zip codes. We specialize in heavy and bulky freight, providing premium services such as in-home delivery, installation, and assembly. Maersk is expanding rapidly with new stations, hubs, and career opportunities and values an inclusive, growth‑oriented workplace.

As a Field Sales Executive in the Maersk Ground Freight LTL team, you’ll grow our customer base and deliver strategic logistics solutions, leveraging Maersk’s global footprint and product portfolio while collaborating with local, national, and global teams.

Responsibilities

• Grow the customer base and deliver strategic logistics solutions to customers within the Seattle metro territory.
• Leverage Maersk’s global footprint and diverse product portfolio to drive results.
• Collaborate with local, national, and global teams to meet client needs and expand network reach.
• Meet or exceed sales targets and contribute to the growth of the Ground Freight LTL business.
• Travel locally to meet with customers in your territory; occasional overnight travel for meetings?

Qualifications

• 4+ years of proven sales success preferred, in ground transportation logistics or freight forwarding (not required to apply, but strongly preferred).
• Strong customer focus with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Analytical and solutions-oriented mindset, especially for complex supply chain challenges.
• Experience using Salesforce and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; a bachelor’s degree is a plus.
• Familiarity or experience with perishable goods is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary range: $90,000 – $100,000 USD
• Commission: Paid quarterly, based on gross profit performance with no cap
• Car allowance provided to support customer travel needs
• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and eligible dependents, with multiple plan options
• PTO: 15 days PTO + 4 floating holidays + 10 paid company holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Parental leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave
• EAP: Free confidential counseling, financial planning, and wellbeing resources
• Professional development: Access to in-house training, global learning platforms, and mentorship programs

Travel and Work Arrangements

Travel: Daily local travel to meet with customers in the territory. Occasional one to two annual meetings requiring overnight travel. Flexible schedule to balance client visits, account development, and team collaboration.

Application and Legal notices

Notice to applicants applying to positions in the United States: You must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or parental status, veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements. If you need special assistance or accommodations during the application or hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

A.P. Moller - Maersk is a global container logistics company operating in 130 countries and employing approximately 100,000 people. For more information, visit Maersk. All the way.