Sales Manager (Hunter) - Freight & Logistics

About the role

Cogent Holdings Pte Ltd, a subsidiary of Cosco Shipping International (Singapore) and owner of the integrated logistics hub Cogent 1, is looking for a Sales Manager (Hunter). The role focuses on business development and generating new revenue streams for the company's freight and third-party logistics services.

Key responsibilities

• Lead a sales team to achieve the group revenue target
• Identify and secure new business prospects for freight and third-party logistics services within the Group
• Prepare quotations and sales agreements, follow up until deals are closed, and handle payment issues, feedback and disputes
• Maintain strong relationships with current and potential customers
• Coordinate closely with management so that sales lead profitability exceeds budgeted figures
• Prepare sales proposals, presentations and reports, and take part in global and local tenders
• Maintain a sales-related database

Required profile

• Degree or diploma in Logistics, Business or a related field
• Singaporean only; hunter role with own motivation to achieve sales targets
• 5 years' sales experience with a track record in sales and business development in the logistics and freight forwarding industry
• Existing customer base and good network among customers; existing pipelines and connections are an advantage
• Able to win customers in food, e-commerce, project cargo, automotive, chemical, oil & gas and furniture sectors
• Preferably owns a car

Required skills

• Good communication and negotiation skills
• Self-motivated, with drive to meet sales targets