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Pay: £30,000.00 per year
Job Description:
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and ambitious Trainee Sales Executive to join a fast-growing logistics company based in Tilbury. This is an excellent entry point into the logistics and freight forwarding industry, offering full training and the opportunity to progress into a Business Development or Account Management position.
You’ll play a key role in supporting the sales team by identifying new business opportunities, developing client relationships, and learning the end-to-end process of international logistics and eCommerce distribution.
Key Responsibilities
* Identify and contact potential new customers via phone, email, and LinkedIn to introduce logistics solutions.
* Support senior sales staff with quoting, pricing, and proposal preparation.
* Maintain and update the CRM system with accurate customer data and activity records.
* Assist in developing long-term relationships with key clients and partners.
* Learn the company’s full service offering – including fulfilment, warehousing, transport, and international shipping.
* Work closely with operations and customer service teams to ensure client satisfaction.
* Attend occasional client meetings, industry events, and exhibitions to build market knowledge.
What We’re Looking For
* Enthusiastic, driven, and eager to develop a career in sales and logistics.
* Strong communication skills with a confident, professional manner.
* Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
* Proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and take initiative.
* Basic understanding of logistics, transport, or supply chain (desirable but not essential).
* IT literate, with good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
What’s on Offer
* Full training and mentoring from experienced logistics sales professionals.
* Clear career progression path into Sales Executive or Business Development roles.
* Competitive starting salary with performance-related commission.
* Supportive, fast-paced working environment with real growth potential.
Ideal for
Graduates or career changers with an interest in sales, business development, or logistics who are ready to learn, grow, and succeed in a dynamic, international industry.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage and Freight and Package Transportation
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