Sales Executive - Freight Forwarding

FreightTAS LLC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

FreightTAS LLC is seeking a Sales Executive in a fast-paced freight forwarding environment. You will prospect, generate leads, and build lasting client relationships while meeting monthly revenue targets and KPIs. Local travel to meet clients is expected, with base salary plus commission and strong benefits.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years in international freight forwarding sales, excellent English communication, and a hunter mentality. This is an on-site, full-time role in the Dallas area.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years' experience in freight forwarding sales.
• Must understand international freight forwarding.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and multitasking skills.
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Seek out new clients and build a book of business through prospecting and networking—cold calling, electronic media, seminars, trade shows, and in-person presentations.
• Generate business leads and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective clients.
• Set and track sales targets, activity metrics, and other KPIs to drive performance.
• Meet the monthly revenue quota set by Sales Management.
• Travel locally for client meetings and presentations.

Skills

Prospecting

Relationship building

Communication

Microsoft Office

Hunter mentality

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sales Executive - Freight Forwarding - Hunter mentality
Salary - $80k/$100k base and commission and excellent benefits
Location: Grapevine/Dallas
Office based 5 days a week and mileage reimbursed on client visits

Sorry, Visa/sponsorship is not available. Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the US.

The client

helps businesses move goods around the world smoothly by managing international shipping, customs compliance, and warehousing. Our projects primarily connect Asia's manufacturing and logistics hubs with each other, and with North America and Europe, creating seamless trade links across continents.It has aworldwide network, serving customers through more than 150 offices, 80 contract logistics operations, and over 200 strategic partner agents across China, India, Asia Pacific, North America, and Europe.

Responsibilities

• Seek out new clients and build a book of business through prospecting and networking — cold calling, electronic media, seminars, trade shows, and in-person presentations
• Generate business leads internally and externally, secure new business and grow customer base, develop and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective clients.
• Set and track sales targets, activity metrics, and other necessary KPIs to drive performance
• Meet the monthly revenue quota set by Sales Management
• Understand Asia Market and deeply knowledgeable about needs and trends.
• Present Dimerco's full-service offering: Ocean Import/Export, Air Import/Export, Contract Logistics and Warehousing, Trucking, Cargo Insurance, and Customs Brokerage
• Maintain communication with internal teams and with overseas offices
• Travel locally for client meetings and presentations
• Other assignments may be directed by the Management

Qualifications:

• 2-5 years' experience directly selling Ocean and/or Air freight services within a freight forwarder
• International Freight Forwarding Experience a MUST
• AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Proficiency in English
• Bilingual or Asian language a PLUS but not required
• Excellent communication, prioritization, and multi-tasking skills
• Solid understanding of the local territory and its market opportunities
• High emotional intelligence, personal integrity, and a hunter mentality
• Ability to travel locally to meet with clients
• Bachelor's Degree or higher (preferred) but not required