Internal Sales Executive - Logistics
Location: Halesowen
Salary: Up to £28,000 + Bonus + Pension
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm
Are you a confident communicator with a flair for building relationships and driving results?
Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? We're looking for an ambitious Internal Sales Executive to join a well-established freight forwarding business with a strong track record of success. This role offers excellent career progression, with a clear path into a field-based Business Development role for the right person.
The Company
For nearly 40 years, this logistics provider has been trusted by UK exporters and importers to deliver reliable, cost-effective, and personalised solutions. With a loyal client base of over 200 businesses - from independent traders to global blue-chip organisations - the company has built its reputation on quality service and strong relationships.
Part of a larger logistics group with a turnover exceeding £140 million, the business combines the stability of a market leader with the supportive, close-knit feel of a specialist team.
The Role
As an Internal Sales Executive, you'll play a key role in strengthening client relationships and uncovering new opportunities. You'll be working with an established customer base across multiple industries, with responsibilities including:
Developing and managing client relationships
Preparing and negotiating Air, Road, and Sea freight quotations
Handling tenders and supporting client KPIs
Attending client and supplier meetings (face-to-face and virtual)
Collaborating with colleagues to deliver efficient, tailored logistics solutionsThis position is the ideal springboard to progress into a full external sales/business development role, where you'll have the chance to drive growth and build your own client base.
What We're Looking For
We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds - whether your experience is in freight forwarding, export sales, customer service, or operations - if you have the right skills and drive, we'd love to hear from you.
Ideal attributes include:
Experience handling quotations and tenders
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Confident negotiation ability with clients and suppliers
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
A positive, engaging personality with a proactive, "can-do" approachWhy Join?
Be part of a business with a proud history and exciting growth plans
Clear career path into a field-based Business Development role
Competitive salary + achievable bonus + pension
Supportive culture that values development, loyalty, and long-term success
Modern office environment in HalesowenWR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.
WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy