Sales Executive - Logistics Solutions

Sales Executive – Logistics Solutions – Ipswich Salary: £36,500 - £43K DOE Yearly bonus * Private Health Insurance * Private Pension Scheme increasing after 5 years * Life Assurance – 4 x annual salary * Income Protection Insurance * Reduced Priced Canteen onsite * Free Parking * 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days, plus bank holidays A leading global logistics provider is seeking a talented Sales Executive to join its highly focused UK team. The company delivers advanced, value-driven supply chain solutions and is looking for a sales professional with a consultative approach and a strong understanding of the logistics and freight forwarding landscape. This is not a traditional freight sales role focused purely on rates. Instead, the position involves selling a full suite of integrated logistics services including: * Integrated Supply Chain Management Services (ISCMS) * Full Container Load (FCL) & Less-than-Container Load (LCL) ocean freight * Air freight forwarding * Warehousing and distribution * Transportation * Customs brokerage The successful candidate will be expected to develop a deep understanding of the service portfolio, embrace the company's strategic approach, and confidently articulate the value proposition to prospective clients. Key Responsibilities * Proactively generate new business by identifying and targeting organisations that would benefit from integrated logistics solutions. * Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients, becoming a trusted advisor and point of contact. * Uncover business development opportunities within the existing client base to improve profitability and share of wallet. * Deliver accurate and timely quotes, proposals, and follow-up communication. * Work closely with internal departments including Inside Sales and Customer Services to ensure a seamless customer experience. * Regularly update and maintain activity reports, pipeline forecasts, and client records in the company CRM system. * Stay aligned with evolving company strategy, and demonstrate flexibility in adapting to changes within the logistics and IT environment. Candidate Profile Experience & Knowledge * Minimum of 2 years’ sales experience, ideally within logistics, supply chain, or freight forwarding. * Familiarity with FCL, LCL, air freight, and broader supply chain operations. * Strong understanding of the logistics market and an ability to hold informed, consultative conversations with clients. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a sales professional looking to step beyond rate-based selling and into a value-led, solution-focused environment. The successful applicant will play a key role in growing the company’s footprint in the UK market by offering clients smarter, more efficient supply chain solutions

Location: Ipswich, Suffolk, GB

Posted Date: 11/6/2025