We are working with a smaller forwarder who has looking to recruit a Trainee Sales Executive.
Our client deals with Time-Critical Freight Forwarding, serving clients across the aerospace, cruise & marine, healthcare, and energy sectors.
The Role
This is a proactive, outbound sales role focused on generating new business opportunities within our target sectors.
You will identify potential clients, create conversations, and book qualified meetings. This is not an inbound or account management role. You will be expected to pick up the phone, introduce the company, and open doors.
You will work closely with senior leadership and receive hands-on development in time-critical freight, commercial awareness, and structured sales growth.
This position is designed to develop into a Business Development Manager role for the right individual.
Key Responsibilities
Prospect and generate new business opportunities via telephone, email and LinkedIn
Target companies operating within aerospace, cruise & marine, healthcare and energy sectors
Qualify prospects with a focus on time-critical requirements
Book meetings and build a structured sales pipeline
Maintain accurate CRM records
Support follow-up on proposals and opportunities
Attend meetings and networking events where required
What We're Looking For
Freight experience is beneficial but not essential. Attitude is everything. Some Sales experience required.
You will be:
Competitive and financially motivated
Comfortable making outbound calls daily
Resilient and able to handle rejection
Disciplined with your time and activity levels
Clear and confident in communication
Ambitious and serious about building a long-term sales career
What You'll Get
Competitive base salary
Uncapped commission
Clear pathway to Business Development Manager
Direct exposure to leadership
Training in time-critical freight and commercial negotiation
Opportunity to grow with a scaling independent freight business
Monday to Friday
Salary depends on experience.
Benefits:
Company pension
On-site parking
Private medical insurance
If you do not hear from us within 7 days, then your application has been unsuccessful.