Sea Logistics Sales Representative

Would you like to launch your career with one of the most successful logistics organizations worldwide? Here at Kuehne+Nagel, our Chicago site is looking for a new Sea Logistics Sales Representative to join our Sea Logistics team.

Your Role

Unlock a world of possibilities and seize the opportunity to make a significant impact as a Sales Executive here at Kuehne+Nagel. By forging meaningful connections with new customers, you will not only bolster Kuehne+Nagel's revenue but also open doors to a realm of untapped potential. Picture yourself as a sales virtuoso, delighting clients with unparalleled support, and elevating their satisfaction to new heights. As you navigate uncharted territory, you will identify hidden gems, unearthing opportunities to propel Kuehne+Nagel's market share to soaring heights. Embrace the thrill of collaboration, where your ideas and feedback will become catalysts for innovation, setting the stage for Kuehne+Nagel to outpace the competition. This is your chance to leave an indelible mark, to shape the trajectory of a dynamic organization.

Your Responsibilities

• Build relationships with customers by meeting with them to discuss their needs and

expectations. Work with the Customer Care team to ensure all customer inquiries are

promptly addressed.

• Collaborate with colleagues across the Sea Logistics organization to share

knowledge and best practices. Stay up-to-date on market trends and developments, in

the Transpacific Eastbound market.

• Comply with all Kuehne+Nagel procedures, including those related to ethics,

compliance, and safety.

• Be willing to take on additional responsibilities to support goals.

• Develop a comprehensive sales plan that aligns with our organizational goals

• Build relationships with customers through face-to-face meetings, phone calls, and

presentations. Negotiate and close deals to grow revenue. Manage the sales process

from start to finish using a CRM system.

• Be knowledgeable about all company products and services. It is imperative that

you learn to sell these products and services to customers.

• Use all available resources to achieve sales goals. Provide excellent customer service

that exceeds customer expectations. Comply with all applicable regulations.

• Work with other teams to gather information, negotiate pricing, and prepare for the

handover of shipments to operations.

Your Skills and Experiences

• Minimum 2+ years field sales in freight forwarding specifically within sea or air logistics (preferred).

• Experience with logistics processes and solutions.

Good Reasons to Join

There has never been a better time to work in logistics. Bring your skills to an industry that offers stability and international career growth. We offer a great compensation and medical/dental benefits package, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs, and a fun, and interesting global work environment. #LI-Hybrid