Global Sales Executive - Freight Forwarding

WR Logistics; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

401(k)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Health Savings Account

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Holidays

Sick time

Parental leave

Dependent Care FSA

Employee Assistance Program

Learning & development

Educational assistance

Job summary

WR Logistics in San Francisco is seeking an ambitious sales professional to advance international freight forwarding and supply chain solutions. You’ll develop new business across the San Francisco Bay Area, building relationships with companies that need reliable logistics solutions.

With a base salary of $120,000–$200,000 plus uncapped commission, the package rewards results. You’ll lead negotiations, tailor proposals, and coordinate with overseas colleagues to deliver effective solutions and

Qualifications

• Proven track record in freight forwarding or international logistics sales.
• Success winning profitable new business and growing revenue.
• Strong knowledge of air and ocean freight services.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new freight forwarding business.
• Selling air, ocean and supply chain solutions.
• Build relationships with senior decision-makers across industries.
• Tailor proposals to customer requirements and lead negotiations.
• Coordinate with overseas colleagues and operations teams to deliver solutions.
• Manage pipeline and convert opportunities into profitable accounts.
• Support customer implementation and long-term growth.

Skills

Freight forwarding sales

New business development

Air and ocean freight

Senior stakeholder engagement

Negotiation and presentations

Pipeline management

Collaboration with global teams

Tools

CRM systems

Sales automation tools

Job description

San Francisco, California | $120,000–$200,000 base salary DOE

Take your freight forwarding sales career to a global stage.

Join a growing global logistics powerhouse with the international reach, service capabilities and resources to help you win substantial business. This is an opportunity for an ambitious sales professional to build valuable customer relationships, pursue major opportunities and earn a package that reflects their results.

You’ll sell international freight forwarding and supply chain solutions, backed by a worldwide network and experienced operational teams. With a base salary of $120,000–$200,000 depending on experience and uncapped commission, the role offers exceptional earning potential, including the opportunity to achieve seven-figure total earnings through outstanding performance.

Compensation and benefits

• Base salary of $120,000–$200,000, depending on experience
• Uncapped commission
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage
• Health Savings Account
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid vacation, prorated in the first year, with eligibility for 15 days thereafter
• 10 paid holidays and two flexible days
• Paid sick time accrued at one hour per 30 hours paid
• Paid parental leave, subject to eligibility
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Learning and development opportunities
• Educational assistance and reimbursement

The opportunity

You’ll develop new business across the San Francisco Bay Area, building relationships with companies that need reliable international logistics solutions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Identifying and securing new freight forwarding business
• Selling air, ocean and wider supply chain solutions
• Building relationships with decision-makers across a range of industries
• Understanding customer requirements and developing tailored proposals
• Leading presentations, commercial negotiations and tender opportunities
• Working with overseas colleagues and operational teams to deliver effective solutions
• Managing your pipeline and converting opportunities into profitable accounts
• Supporting successful customer implementation and long-term account development

About you

• A proven track record in freight forwarding or international logistics sales
• Demonstrable success winning profitable new business
• Strong knowledge of air and ocean freight services
• Confidence engaging senior decision-makers and managing complex sales opportunities
• Excellent negotiation, presentation and relationship-building skills
• The drive to build a substantial pipeline and pursue ambitious targets
• A collaborative approach to working with operational and international teams

Why make the move?

This is a chance to combine your sales ability with the reach of a major global logistics business. You’ll have a broad service offering, international support and room to develop your career, alongside an uncapped commission structure that rewards exceptional results.