We are looking for a competitive and trustworthy Freight Forwarding Sales Executive to help us build up our business activities. You will be responsible for discovering and pursuing new sales prospects and maintaining cu…
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Full-time
Progression opportunities, Salary bonuses, Training in freight forwarding, Domestic and international travel, Corporate events
Posted 8d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Sales Executive is responsible for identifying new business opportunities, conducting market research, and actively pursuing sales through cold calling and networking. They will also manage client relationships, deliver presentations, and collaborate with operations and pricing teams to ensure sustainable growth.
Requirements
Candidates must have proven experience in sales and freight forwarding, along with proficiency in English and MS Office. Strong negotiation skills, a results-driven approach, and the ability to work effectively within a team are essential for this role.
Full job description
We are looking for a competitive and trustworthy Freight Forwarding Sales Executive to help us build up our business activities. You will be responsible for discovering and pursuing new sales prospects and maintaining customer satisfaction. The goal is to meet and surpass the company’s expectations to drive rapid and sustainable growth. A successful sales executive can investigate the market, identify opportunities, work together with pricing and operations, develop service and/or design a new service & attract customers for a sustainable long term cooperation.
The ability to meet or exceed KPIs, produce results & utilize resources effectively and efficiently are the key factors of a highly motivated sales professional who can take a managerial role within the company.
Responsibilities:
Conduct market research to identify selling possibilities and evaluate customer needs
Actively seek out new sales opportunities through cold calling, networking & targeted sales
Set up meetings with potential clients and listen to their wishes and concerns
Prepare and deliver appropriate presentations on products/ services
Create frequent reviews and reports with sales as well as market reviews
Participate in Domestic exhibitions
Negotiate/close deals and handle complaints or objections
Collaborate with team to achieve better results
Proven experience in sales & freight forwarding
Portfolio of potential clients highly appreciated
Proficiency in English
Excellent knowledge of MS Office & CRM/ERP
Thorough understanding of marketing and negotiating techniques
Fast learner and passion for sales
Self-motivated with a results-driven approach
Aptitude in delivering attractive presentations
Organizational skills for successful sales trip planning
Leading Freight Forwarder established 1991 and engaged in Global Quality Multi-Modal Freight & Supply Chain services.
Industry
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
1991
Headquarters
PIRAEUS
LinkedIn followers
1,284
OVERVIEW
Established in Piraeus in 1991 is the leading independent freight forwarder in Greece engaged in Global Multi-Modal Cargo Transportation, Logistics and Supply Chain Management. The company has pioneered Compliance to Legal & Industry Norms, Best Practices, Quality Standards, Environmentally Managed Services and Business Ethics. PHOENIX business processes perform through cutting edge ERP, EDI and CRM technologies, run on expertise and experience by a fast dependable team of professional multilingual University graduates.
Differentiated organization in terms of Compliance, Quality, Environmental Management, Ethics & Social Responsibility, Dependability, Responsiveness, Knowledge management, Technological Innovations and Human Resources Management.
OFFICES : Athens/GR, Piraeus/GR, Thessaloniki/GR, ATH & SKG Airports/GR, Sofia/B, Skopje/MK.
ACCREDITATIONS: AEO, IATA Cargo Agent, ISO-9001:2008, ISO-14001:2004, Business Ethics Code, GDP Certified.
PHOENIX Mainstream Cargo Services include Ocean Freight, Airfreight, Road Transportation, ISO Container-Tank Transportation, European Railway Transportation, Customs Clearance, Warehousing, 3PL, Collections FCA, EXW & Deliveries DAP, DDP, etc.
Apart from Mainstream Services, PHOENIX offers to the Global market also Specialty Services for specific cargo requiring special transport, handling conditions and compliance.
All PHOENIX services, Mainstream and Specialty ones, have been designed in such a way as to allow for bespoke tailoring to customer needs.
Leading Freight Forwarder established 1991 and engaged in Global Quality Multi-Modal Freight & Supply Chain services.
Industry
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
1991
Headquarters
PIRAEUS
LinkedIn followers
1,284
OVERVIEW
Established in Piraeus in 1991 is the leading independent freight forwarder in Greece engaged in Global Multi-Modal Cargo Transportation, Logistics and Supply Chain Management. The company has pioneered Compliance to Legal & Industry Norms, Best Practices, Quality Standards, Environmentally Managed Services and Business Ethics. PHOENIX business processes perform through cutting edge ERP, EDI and CRM technologies, run on expertise and experience by a fast dependable team of professional multilingual University graduates.
Differentiated organization in terms of Compliance, Quality, Environmental Management, Ethics & Social Responsibility, Dependability, Responsiveness, Knowledge management, Technological Innovations and Human Resources Management.
OFFICES : Athens/GR, Piraeus/GR, Thessaloniki/GR, ATH & SKG Airports/GR, Sofia/B, Skopje/MK.
ACCREDITATIONS: AEO, IATA Cargo Agent, ISO-9001:2008, ISO-14001:2004, Business Ethics Code, GDP Certified.
PHOENIX Mainstream Cargo Services include Ocean Freight, Airfreight, Road Transportation, ISO Container-Tank Transportation, European Railway Transportation, Customs Clearance, Warehousing, 3PL, Collections FCA, EXW & Deliveries DAP, DDP, etc.
Apart from Mainstream Services, PHOENIX offers to the Global market also Specialty Services for specific cargo requiring special transport, handling conditions and compliance.
All PHOENIX services, Mainstream and Specialty ones, have been designed in such a way as to allow for bespoke tailoring to customer needs.