Sea Logistics Sales Representative

Job summary

Drive business growth in the sea logistics division by managing key accounts and identifying new business opportunities. Develop and execute sales plans through customer visits, negotiations, and collaboration with internal operations teams.

Job details

It's more than a job With a sales career at Kuehne+Nagel, you'll drive long-term business success by mastering sales strategies, nurturing customer relationships and identifying new opportunities. At Kuehne+Nagel, our work is about more than we imagine. ‎ As a Sea Logistics Sales Executive at Kuehne+Nagel, you will take a strategic role in driving business growth within our sea logistics division. You will manage a portfolio of key accounts, lead complex negotiations, and identify new business opportunities. This role requires a seasoned professional with a deep understanding of logistics and a proven track record in customer acquisition and retention. How you create impact As a Sales Executive at Kuehne+Nagel, you will support our rapid growth in sea logistics by developing and maintaining strong customer relationships. You will be responsible for achieving sales targets through a combination of customer visits, solution selling, and collaboration with internal teams. This is an ideal role for a motivated, sales-savvy individual looking to grow into a global logistics leader. You will gain exposure to a wide range of logistics solutions and receive support from a collaborative team. Develop and execute a comprehensive sales plan to meet targets Conduct customer visits, calls, presentations, and negotiations Collaborate with operations to align solutions with customer needs Maintain accurate records in the CRM system Ensure smooth customer transitions to operations Demonstrate knowledge of company products and services Support RFQ, pricing, and handover processes Deliver exceptional customer service while adhering to compliance standards If you require an accommodation for the recruitment /interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. What we would like you to bring Bachelor’s degree 2+ years of field sales experience in sea logistics or sea logistics freight forwarding Understanding of logistics processes and solutions Strong communication and presentation skills Customer-focused mindset and ability to build relationships What's in it for you There has never been a better time to work in logistics. Bring your skills to an industry that offers stability and international career growth. We offer a great compensation and medical/dental benefits package, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs, and a fun, and interesting global work environment. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support portions of the recruitment process, such as reviewing application materials or assisting with scheduling. These tools analyze information to help inform decision making; however, all hiring decisions are made by human reviewers. Who we are Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world. As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.

What you’ll do

Drive business growth in the sea logistics division by managing key accounts and identifying new business opportunities. Develop and execute sales plans through customer visits, negotiations, and collaboration with internal operations teams.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of field sales experience in sea logistics or freight forwarding. Candidates must possess strong communication skills and a customer-focused mindset to build lasting relationships.

Benefits

• Compensation package • Medical benefits • Dental benefits • Employee discounts • Tuition reimbursement • Training programs

Listed skills

• Account Management · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• CRM · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Sea Logistics
• Freight Forwarding
• Sales Strategy
• Customer Acquisition
• Customer Retention
• Negotiation
• Solution Selling
• CRM
• Account Management
• Presentation Skills
• Communication Skills
• RFQ Process

Job areas

• Logistics
• Sales
• Transportation
• Management & Leadership
• Customer Service & Support