Business Development Executive -Freight Forwarding

The Recruitment Pig; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

The Recruitment Pig is seeking a proactive sales professional in Johannesburg to grow our international freight forwarding client base. You will identify and sign new air and ocean freight accounts, network with potential customers, and present effective solutions.

Use your freight background to secure contracts, coordinate with pricing desks, and support onboarding to ensure smooth first shipments. A strong drive to grow sales and build relationships is essential.

Qualifications

• Matric / Grade 12 certificate.
• Proven external sales experience in international freight forwarding.
• Good understanding of air freight, ocean freight and customs clearing options.
• Valid South African driver’s licence and reliable transport.
• Diploma or degree in logistics, supply chain or sales is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Find and sign up new commercial air and ocean freight forwarding client accounts.
• Connect with potential business customers through regular calls, meetings and industry networking.
• Review customer shipping requirements and suggest effective cargo solutions.
• Work with internal pricing desks to prepare competitive client quotations.
• Present freight rate proposals to decision-makers and secure new contracts.
• Assist operations with onboarding new customers for smooth initial cargo movements.
• Keep sales pipeline updated and record all client interactions.

Skills

External sales

Networking

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Diploma or degree in logistics, supply chain or sales

Job description

The Opportunity

In this role, you can use your forwarding background to step up your sales career. You will enjoy great management support, helpful operations teams, and continuous professional growth every day. Your efforts will directly help the branch secure new cargo accounts and delight valued customers.

Job Description

Find and sign up new commercial air and ocean freight forwarding client accounts. Connect with potential business customers through regular calls, meetings, and industry networking. Review customer shipping requirements and suggest the most effective cargo freight solutions. Work closely with internal pricing desks to prepare attractive, highly competitive client quotations. Present clear freight rate proposals to company decision-makers and secure new contracts. Assist operational teams with onboarding new customers to guarantee smooth initial cargo movements. Keep your sales pipeline updated and record all your client interactions accurately.

What You Need to Apply

Matric / Grade 12 certificate. Proven track record in external sales within the international freight forwarding sector. Good understanding of air freight, ocean freight, and customs clearing service options. Confident presentation and negotiation skills when speaking with business owners and managers. Relevant diploma or degree in logistics, supply chain, or sales is advantageous. Valid South African driver's license and reliable personal transport. A positive attitude, strong team spirit, and a genuine eagerness to learn. This exclusive opportunity is managed by TRPig