Business Development Executive â Freight & Logistics (Permanent) Johannesburg - Gauteng

iSanqa Resourcing; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading freight forwarder in Gauteng is looking for a Business Development Executive to expand their client base and provide tailored freight solutions. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of experience in freight logistics sales, strong communication skills, and a proven ability in business development. This permanent, full-time role offers an opportunity for significant career growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years in freight forwarding logistics or transport sales.
• Proven track record in business development and customer acquisition.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, resilient, and results-focused.

Responsibilities

• Identify and win new B2B customers across freight modes.
• Manage and grow a portfolio of medium to large clients.
• Understand customer needs and recommend logistics solutions.
• Deliver high-impact presentations and negotiate terms.
• Collaborate cross-functionally for seamless customer onboarding.

Skills

Business Development

Sales Experience

B2B Sales

Negotiation

Customer Relationship Management

Education

University degree

Tools

Salesforce

CRM Software

Job description

Job Description

Are you a driven sales professional with a passion for Freight Logistics? Join our client, a leading freight forwarder, and take your career to the next level. They are looking for a real Hunter & Business Development Executive to grow the client base and deliver tailored freight solutions.

TYPE: PERMANENT

EXPERIENCE: 5-8 years in a Freight Logistics sales role

COMMENCEMENT: ASAP

LOCATION: Gauteng

Qualifications / Experience Required

• 5-8 years in freight forwarding logistics or transport sales
• Proven track record in business development and customer acquisition
• A university degree and strong commercial acumen
• Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated, resilient and results-focused

Role & Responsibilities

• Identify and win new B2B customers across air, ocean and road freight
• Manage and grow a portfolio of medium to large clients
• Understand customer needs and recommend end-to-end logistics solutions
• Deliver high-impact presentations and negotiate commercial terms
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless customer onboarding
• Drive pipeline development, CRM accuracy and achievement of sales KPIs

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iSanqa is your trusted Level 2 BEE recruitment partner dedicated to continuous improvement in delivering exceptional service. Specializing in seamless placements for permanent staff, temporary resources, and efficient contract management and billing facilitation, iSanqa Resourcing is powered by a team of professionals with an outstanding track record. With over 100 years of combined experience we are committed to evolving our practices to ensure ongoing excellence.

Key Skills

Business Development, Sales Experience, B2B Sales, Marketing, Cold Calling, Sales Pipeline, Salesforce, Inside Sales, Customer relationship management, CRM Software, negotiation, Lead Generation

Employment Type : Full-time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1