Clearing & Forwarding Sales Executive Close Big, Earn Bigger

The Legends Agency; Durban; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics services company is looking for a sales professional to engage with clients across various industries. You will leverage a strong service portfolio in freight forwarding, customs clearance, and logistics solutions to drive meetings, negotiate deals, and build lasting partnerships. Candidates should have a proven sales track record in logistics, strong industry knowledge, and excellent negotiation skills. This role offers a competitive base salary plus uncapped commissions.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Uncapped commission structure

Full operational support

Qualifications

• Proven track record in achieving sales targets.
• Ability to speak the language of customs, trade, and supply chain.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Open doors with new clients internationally.
• Drive meetings, negotiations, and deal closures.
• Build trusted partnerships for repeat business.
• Identify upsell opportunities to expand accounts.

Skills

Sales experience in freight forwarding or logistics

Industry knowledge in customs and trade

Negotiation skills

Resilience and energy

Job description

Overview

This is not a desk job. It is about being out in the market, creating opportunities, and converting them into lasting business. You will represent a strong service portfolio in freight forwarding, customs clearance, and logistics solutions, giving you the edge to win over decision-makers across multiple sectors.

What you will be doing :

Opening doors with new clients across industries that move goods internationally

• Driving meetings, negotiations, and high-value deal closures
• Building trusted partnerships that lead to repeat business and referrals
• Spotting upsell opportunities to expand accounts
• Staying ahead of the curve on international trade and customs developments

Qualifications

What we are looking for :

• A proven track record of hitting and smashing sales targets in freight forwarding or logistics
• Strong industry knowledge you speak the language of customs, trade, and supply chain
• Sharp negotiation skills and the ability to close confidently
• Resilience, energy, and an unstoppable drive to win
• A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle

Benefits

What you get in return :

• A competitive base salary
• Uncapped commission structure : the harder you push, the more you earn
• The chance to build your own portfolio and leave your mark in a growing company
• Full operational support so you can focus on what you do best : selling and winning

This role is designed for deal-makers, network builders, and self-starters who want to dominate their market. If you are ready to step into an environment where performance is rewarded and potential is unlimited, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today, and let's talk about how you can drive your career and the business forward.