Field Sales Executive

DHL Germany; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Join DHL Global Forwarding as a Field Sales Executive in Johannesburg. Develop new airfreight business, manage client relationships, and drive sales growth in a leading logistics firm. This role offers career growth, training, and international travel opportunities within a diverse and supportive work environment.

Benefits

Training and professional development opportunities

Mentorship from industry experts

International travel opportunities

Potential for full-time employment

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years in freight forwarding or related industries.
• Proven ability to build and manage client relationships.
• Knowledge of airfreight, ocean freight, customs, and international trade.

Responsibilities

• Developing new airfreight business to drive sales growth.
• Maintaining strong relationships with existing customers.
• Managing a portfolio of potential customers and converting prospects into business.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Client Relationship Management

Logistics Knowledge

Sales Development

Multilingual Skills

Education

Relevant degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Would you like to be part of the most international company in the world? A company operating in more than 220 countries worldwide and pioneering cross-border express shipping since 1969. Join our team at DHL Group and make a difference!

DHL Global Forwarding, Freight (DGFF) specializes in air, ocean, and road freight, offering both standardized and specialized end-to-end solutions globally.

Position: Field Sales Executive

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

Responsibilities include:

• Developing new airfreight business to drive sales growth.
• Maintaining strong relationships with existing customers and ensuring satisfaction.
• Responding to customer inquiries and complaints.
• Managing a portfolio of potential customers and converting prospects into business.
• Seeking new business opportunities and negotiating contractual terms.
• Collaborating with internal teams to deliver comprehensive logistics solutions.
• Preparing sales documentation and ensuring smooth operational handover.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Outstanding communication and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to build and manage client relationships.
• Knowledge of airfreight, ocean freight, customs, and international trade.
• Experience in logistics sales and business development.
• Minimum 3-5 years in freight forwarding or related industries.
• Relevant degree and multilingual skills preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.

What We Offer:

• Training and professional development opportunities.
• Mentorship from industry experts.
• International travel opportunities.
• Potential for full-time employment.

Join DHL Global Forwarding, part of Deutsche Post DHL, a leader in logistics with operations in over 220 countries. We are committed to diversity and fostering a positive work environment. Learn more at https://www.logistics.dhl/us-en/home/careers.html.