JOB DESCRIPTION

Sales Manager – Freight Forwarding & Customs Clearance

Position

Sales Executive – Freight Forwarding & Customs Clearance

Job Location

Pune (covering the Mumbai market/clients)

Working Days

Monday to Saturday

Working Hours

9:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Experience

7–15 years in Freight Forwarding, Customs Clearance, Logistics, or related industry (minimum 6 years of hands-on freight sales experience is mandatory)

Conveyance

Provided as per company policy

Interview Process

Single round

Urgency

Immediate / urgent requirement — looking to close at the earliest

Role Summary

We are looking for a results-driven Sales Executive to drive new business acquisition and account growth in Ocean Freight Forwarding, Customs Clearance, and related logistics services. This role is ideal for a seasoned business development professional — or a retired/semi-retired industry veteran — who brings an established network, deep trade knowledge, and the ability to open doors quickly. The position is based in Pune and covers business development for the Mumbai market and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development

- Generate new business and acquire new clients in freight forwarding and customs clearance.
- Identify new market opportunities, verticals, and trade lanes to expand the customer base.
- Build and convert a strong pipeline of leads into long-term accounts.

Client Relationship Management

- Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential customers.
- Act as the primary point of contact for key accounts, ensuring high satisfaction and retention.
- Handle client inquiries, prepare quotations, and follow up on business opportunities.

Sales Delivery & Targets

- Achieve monthly/quarterly sales targets as defined by management.
- Prepare and present regular sales performance and pipeline reports.

Coordination

- Coordinate with operations and internal teams to ensure smooth service delivery.
- Liaise with customs brokers, shipping lines, and internal documentation teams to resolve client escalations.

Who We're Looking For

- Retired Supply Chain Managers
- Import/Export Managers
- DGFT Consultants
- CEOs with logistics exposure
- Active freight forwarding / customs clearance sales professionals looking for their next challenge

Must-Have

- 6–15 years of business development experience in Ocean Freight Forwarding (Imports & Exports)
- Customs Broking
- Chartering
- Cross-Country Business Development
- An established network of importers/exporters and decision-makers in the trade

Skills & Competencies

- Strong negotiation and consultative selling skills
- Working knowledge of customs regulations, DGFT processes, and shipping documentation
- Excellent communication and relationship-building ability




- Self-driven, target-oriented, and comfortable working with a degree of autonomy
- Proficiency with quotations, CRM tools, and MS Office/Excel

Educational Qualification

- Graduate in any discipline; a diploma or certification in Logistics, Supply Chain, or International Trade is preferred

Compensation & Benefits

- Budget (CTC): [To be confirmed]
- Conveyance: Provided as per company policy [amount to be confirmed]
- Other benefits: [To be confirmed — e.g., incentives/variable pay, mobile/communication allowance, statutory advantages]

Selection Process

- Single-round interview with the hiring team
- Offer rollout immediately upon selection, given the urgency of this requirement

⚡ Urgent Requirement — we are looking to fill this position at the earliest.

Best Regards,

House of HiringsJOB DESCRIPTION

Sales Executive – Freight Forwarding & Customs Clearance

Position

Sales Executive – Freight Forwarding & Customs Clearance

Job Location

Pune (covering the Mumbai market/clients)

Working Days

Monday to Saturday

Working Hours

9:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Experience

7–15 years in Freight Forwarding, Customs Clearance, Logistics, or related industry (minimum 6 years of hands-on freight sales experience is mandatory)

Budget (CTC)

[To be confirmed]

Conveyance

Provided as per company policy [amount to be confirmed]

Interview Process

Single round

Urgency

Immediate / urgent requirement — looking to close at the earliest

Role Summary

We are looking for a results-driven Sales Executive to drive new business acquisition and account growth in Ocean Freight Forwarding, Customs Clearance, and related logistics services. This role is ideal for a seasoned business development professional — or a retired/semi-retired industry veteran — who brings an established network, deep trade knowledge, and the ability to open doors quickly. The position is based in Pune and covers business development for the Mumbai market and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development

- Generate new business and acquire new clients in freight forwarding and customs clearance.
- Identify new market opportunities, verticals, and trade lanes to expand the customer base.
- Build and convert a strong pipeline of leads into long-term accounts.

Client Relationship Management





- Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential customers.
- Act as the primary point of contact for key accounts, ensuring high satisfaction and retention.
- Handle client inquiries, prepare quotations, and follow up on business opportunities.

Sales Delivery & Targets

- Achieve monthly/quarterly sales targets as defined by management.
- Prepare and present regular sales performance and pipeline reports.

Coordination

- Coordinate with operations and internal teams to ensure smooth service delivery.
- Liaise with customs brokers, shipping lines, and internal documentation teams to resolve client escalations.

Who We're Looking For

- Retired Supply Chain Managers
- Import/Export Managers
- DGFT Consultants
- CEOs with logistics exposure
- Active freight forwarding / customs clearance sales professionals looking for their next challenge

Must-Have

- 6–15 years of business development experience in Ocean Freight Forwarding (Imports & Exports)
- Customs Broking
- Chartering
- Cross-Country Business Development
- An established network of importers/exporters and decision-makers in the trade

Skills & Competencies

- Strong negotiation and consultative selling skills
- Working knowledge of customs regulations, DGFT processes, and shipping documentation
- Excellent communication and relationship-building ability
- Self-driven, target-oriented, and comfortable working with a degree of autonomy
- Proficiency with quotations, CRM tools, and MS Office/Excel

Educational Qualification

- Graduate in any discipline; a diploma or certification in Logistics, Supply Chain, or International Trade is preferred

Compensation & Benefits

- Budget (CTC): [To be confirmed]
- Conveyance: Provided as per company policy [amount to be confirmed]
- Other benefits: [To be confirmed — e.g., incentives/variable pay, mobile/communication allowance, statutory benefits]

Selection Process

- Single-round interview with the hiring team
- Offer rollout immediately upon selection, given the urgency of this requirement

⚡ Urgent Requirement — we are looking to fill this position at the earliest.

Pay: ₹90,000.00 - ₹100,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Cell phone reimbursement
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Internet reimbursement
- Leave encashment
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund
- Work from home

Application Question(s):

- How many years of experience you have in Freight forwarding and custom clearance sales
- Please mention your current location
- How many years of experience you have in business development experience in Ocean Freight Forwarding (Imports & Exports)
- Please mention your current CTC
- Please mention your expected CTC
- Please mention your notice period

Work Location: In person

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