Sales Director (Logistics / Freight Forwarding)

Sales Director (Logistics / Freight Forwarding)

About the Role:

We are looking for a hands-on Sales Director with a strong sales and business development background to drive revenue growth and lead overall business performance in the logistics and freight forwarding industry. This leadership role carries full P&L responsibility, overseeing sales, transport operations, and HR functions, with a focus on profitability, operational efficiency, and sustainable business growth. We seek an entrepreneurial leader with a strong ownership mindset who can drive strategy, manage the business end-to-end, and identify new opportunities for growth.

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Job Highlights:

• Lead business growth and commercial strategy in the logistics and freight forwarding industry.
• Oversee sales, transport operations, and overall business performance.
• Drive revenue growth, operational efficiency, and team development.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Sales & Business Development: Lead sales strategy, drive revenue growth, acquire new customers, and expand market opportunities in the logistics and freight forwarding industry.
• Full P&L Management: Take full ownership of business performance, including revenue, profitability, budgeting, cost control, and financial results.
• Business Management: Lead overall business strategy and execution to achieve growth targets and strengthen market competitiveness.
• Transport Operations: Oversee transport and logistics operations to ensure operational efficiency, service quality, and customer satisfaction.
• HR & People Management: Oversee HR functions, workforce planning, and talent development to support business objectives.
• Strategic Leadership: Identify new business opportunities, optimize resources, and drive continuous improvement across all functions.

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Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Sales, Business Development, or Commercial Management within the logistics or freight forwarding industry, including senior leadership, full P&L management, and cross-functional business operations.
• Proven senior-level experience in Sales, Business Development, or Commercial Management within the logistics, freight forwarding, or transportation industry.
• Strong track record in driving revenue growth, developing new business, and managing key customer relationships.
• Proven experience in full P&L management, including budgeting, profitability, and cost control.
• Experience overseeing cross-functional operations, including transport/logistics and HR or people management.
• Strong business acumen, strategic thinking, and an entrepreneurial mindset with a hands-on, results-driven approach.
• Excellent leadership and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage the business end-to-end and drive sustainable growth.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.

Interested? Apply via JobsDB or email your CV (Word format) to [email protected].
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.