Freight Sales Manager

5 days ago

Guindy Chennai Tamil Nadu, India Stalwarts Servicios Full time ₹ 11,50,000 - ₹ 12,00,000 per year

We are looking for a results-driven Sales Executive to join our Freight Forwarding & Logistics team in Chennai. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in business development, client acquisition, and revenue generation in sea & air freight forwarding services.

This role is not operations-focused – we are seeking candidates with direct sales experience in logistics.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop new business opportunities in Tamil Nadu & South India market for freight forwarding (Air, Sea, Import, Export).
  • Identify and acquire new clients, build a strong customer base.
  • Maintain and grow existing customer accounts through relationship management.
  • Achieve monthly/quarterly sales targets in freight forwarding and CHA services.
  • Work closely with Operations & Documentation teams to ensure smooth service delivery.
  • Conduct regular client meetings, presentations, and negotiations.
  • Monitor competitor activities and provide market intelligence.

Required Skills & Experience

Mandatory: 5+ years in Freight Forwarding / CHA / Logistics Sales (Air/Sea)

Proven track record of client acquisition & revenue achievement

Strong network of importers/exporters, CHA agents, manufacturers, and traders in Tamil Nadu

Excellent negotiation & communication skills (English + Tamil)

Ability to work independently and meet sales targets

Preferred Background

  • Prior experience in companies like DHL, Schenker, K+N, Agility, CEVA, Kerry Indev, Jeena, Allcargo, or mid-sized freight forwarders.
  • Experience handling SME & corporate clients in Chennai/Ennore/Tuticorin belt.
  • Candidates from operations-only background will not be considered.

Why Join Us?

  • Opportunity to grow in a fast-expanding logistics company.
  • Competitive salary + incentives based on sales performance.
  • Work with a supportive team and gain exposure to global logistics practices.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹1,150, ₹1,200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Commuter assistance
  • Health insurance
  • Internet reimbursement
  • Provident Fund

Application Question(s):

  • client acquisition & revenue achievement
  • Prior experience in companies like DHL, Schenker, K+N, Agility, CEVA, Kerry Indev, Jeena, Allcargo, or mid-sized freight forwarders.

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

  • Logistics, Freight Forwarding Sales: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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