Strategic Senior Sea Logistics Sales Leader

Kuehne Nagel; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Kuehne+Nagel is seeking a Senior Sales Executive to drive growth in the U.S. sea logistics market. You will manage strategic accounts, lead negotiations, and uncover new opportunities while mentoring junior staff.

This role emphasizes client advisory, cross‑functional collaboration, and delivering value in a dynamic global environment. The position offers a base salary range of $75K–$105K plus comprehensive benefits, with eligibility for incentives. Remote options are limited to major U.S.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of field sales experience in sea logistics or sea logistics freight forwarding
• Demonstrable ability to leverage up‑to‑date market knowledge for clients
• Strong business acumen in freight forwarding and consultative selling
• Proven ability to manage complex sales cycles and close deals
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills
• Experience mentoring or coaching junior team members

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sales initiatives to expand market share and revenue
• Manage a portfolio of key accounts and build long‑term partnerships
• Lead RFQs, contracts, and executive‑level negotiations
• Design tailored logistics solutions through cross‑functional collaboration
• Mentor junior sales staff and elevate team performance
• Maintain accurate CRM data and deliver reliable sales forecasts

Skills

Field sales

Negotiation

Relationship building

Strategic selling

Job description

Kuehne+Nagel is seeking a Senior Sales Executive to drive growth in the U.S. sea logistics market. You will manage strategic accounts, lead negotiations, and uncover new opportunities while mentoring junior staff.

This role emphasizes client advisory, cross‑functional collaboration, and delivering value in a dynamic global environment. The position offers a base salary range of $75K–$105K plus comprehensive benefits, with eligibility for incentives. Remote options are limited to major U.S.