Freight Forwarding Sales Executive

• Location: Fairfax, VA
• Work Model: Onsite; 5 Days a Week
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
• US Citizenship or US Permanent Resident Status Required
  

Summary

Our client is seeking a Freight Forwarding Sales Executive to join their team! The ideal candidate will lead efforts to develop new commercial business within the U.S. This role requires a proactive, results-driven individual with a strong ability to identify new clients and sell logistics solutions. Collaboration with the operations team is essential to ensure seamless service implementation and support growth objectives.

Responsibilities

• Identify new business opportunities and develop strategies to secure new clients
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by providing logistics solutions and support
• Develop and execute growth strategies focused on financial gain and revenue targets
• Conduct daily business development meetings with prospective clients
• Collaborate with operations management to align client needs with company objectives
• Follow up with new clients to ensure a smooth onboarding and service implementation
• Perform market research to identify new pipeline opportunities
• Present and demonstrate the value of products and services to potential buyers

Requirements

• 5+ years of proven sales success in freight brokerage, logistics, freight forwarding, specialized freight, or ground transportation
• Demonstrated ability to exceed sales targets and drive revenue growth
• Highly organized and proactive with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Expertise in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Willingness to travel locally for client visits
• 1-2 meetings per year requiring overnight travel

Education/Certification Requirements

• A Bachelors degree is required

Preferred Requirements

• Results-driven mindset with a track record of exceeding sales targets

• Experience developing solutions for complex supply chain challenges

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change.

About Us

At Envision, we are dedicated to bridging the gap between exceptional talent and leading organizations nationwide. Our mission is to transform the workforce landscape into a seamless and efficient hiring experience for both candidates and employers. With a robust portfolio of services, including strategic talent consulting, direct hire, and temporary staffing solutions, we empower businesses to build dynamic teams that drive success.

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