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Sales Representative – Freight Forwarding

Confidential
13 hours ago
Full-time
Remote
Canada
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Job Title: Female Sales Representative – Freight Forwarding & Logistics Location: Surrey, British Columbia, Canada Employment Type: Full-Time Department: Sales & Business Development Job Overview We are looking for a motivated, confident, and results-driven Sales Representative to join our growing freight forwarding and logistics team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing new business, building strong relationships with importers and exporters, promoting international shipping solutions, and generating sales opportunities across Canada and international markets. This role is ideal for someone with excellent communication skills, a professional attitude, and an interest in international trade, logistics, and business development. The candidate must also be willing to travel within Canada, the United States, and other countries to attend trade shows, exhibitions, client meetings, and industry events. Key Responsibilities Identify and develop new business opportunities in freight forwarding and international logistics. Generate leads through cold calling, email outreach, networking, and client visits. Build relationships with importers, exporters, manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and other businesses. Promote ocean freight, air freight, customs brokerage, trucking, warehousing, and distribution services. Prepare quotations, negotiate freight rates, and follow up with prospective clients. Develop sales strategies to achieve monthly and quarterly sales targets. Maintain relationships with existing customers and identify opportunities to expand business. Coordinate with pricing and operations teams to provide competitive logistics solutions. Maintain accurate records of leads, quotations, customer communications, and sales activities. Represent the company at trade shows, exhibitions, conferences, and networking events. Travel domestically and internationally to support business development and establish new client relationships. Monitor market trends and competitor pricing to identify opportunities for growth. Qualifications & Requirements Excellent verbal and written English communication skills. Must be a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident (PR) of Canada. Strong interpersonal, negotiation, presentation, and customer service skills. Confident and professional approach to sales, cold calling, and business development. Ability to identify prospective clients and convert leads into business opportunities. Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently. Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and email. Previous experience in freight forwarding, logistics, international shipping, or B2B sales is an asset. Willingness to travel within Canada, the United States, and internationally for trade shows, exhibitions, client meetings, and industry events. A valid passport and eligibility to travel to required destinations. Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends when required for exhibitions and industry events. What We Offer An opportunity to grow with an international freight forwarding and logistics business. Exposure to international trade, global shipping markets, and business development. Support from experienced pricing, operations, and logistics teams. Opportunities to attend domestic and international trade shows and industry events. A professional, collaborative, and growth-oriented working environment. Compensation and performance-based incentives, based on experience and the agreed compensation structure. How to Apply Interested candidates are requested to email their updated resumes to: Email: prachi.d@sarlogisolutions.com Email Subject: Application – Sales Representative, Freight Forwarding Please include relevant sales, business development, logistics, or customer relationship experience in your application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. About the Company We provide international freight forwarding and supply chain sol…

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