Strategic Key Account Leader, Multimodal Logistics

Switch Recruit (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Switch Recruit (Pty) Ltd is seeking an energetic logistics sales leader with a strong track record in multimodal supply chain solutions to drive regional or national growth. You will strengthen customer relationships and lead high-performing teams to expand an established client portfolio.

This role combines operational logistics knowledge with a passion for growing revenue, managing a personal book of business, and delivering integrated logistics strategies across Africa.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years in freight forwarding, customs clearing, contract logistics, cross-border road freight and exports into Africa.
• Strong understanding of multimodal logistics and international trade principles.
• Proven record in sales, business development, marketing or customer-centric commercial roles.

Responsibilities

• Drive regional or national revenue growth through new business development and existing client expansion.
• Actively manage and grow a personal book of business while identifying new commercial opportunities.
• Develop and implement sales strategies aligned with organisational objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, suppliers and industry stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to deliver integrated multimodal supply chain solutions.
• Lead, motivate and develop teams to achieve performance targets.
• Monitor business performance, analyse trends and use data to support strategic decision-making.
• Ensure exceptional customer service and proactively resolve operational or commercial challenges.
• Contribute to long-term business growth, profitability and market positioning.

Skills

Sales

Business development

Logistics

Leadership

Strategic planning

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Switch Recruit (Pty) Ltd is seeking an energetic logistics sales leader with a strong track record in multimodal supply chain solutions to drive regional or national growth. You will strengthen customer relationships and lead high-performing teams to expand an established client portfolio.

This role combines operational logistics knowledge with a passion for growing revenue, managing a personal book of business, and delivering integrated logistics strategies across Africa.