Sales Manager
Sales Manager – Freight Forwarding & Logistics
Location: Simpang Ampat, Penang
Salary: Negotiable
Job Type: Full-Time
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Job Description:
We are looking for a proactive and experienced Sales Manager to lead a growing team within the freight forwarding and logistics sector. This role is ideal for someone with strong ocean freight experience, leadership capabilities, and a track record of meeting sales targets in a fast-paced logistics environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and supervise a sales and logistics team (initially 2 subordinates, with potential expansion)
- Guide junior sales team in new customer acquisition
- Oversee daily logistics operations through the customer service team
- Build and manage a robust ocean freight customer pipeline to achieve sales targets
- Drive growth by identifying new business opportunities and offering integrated supply chain solutions (sea & air freight, customs clearance, cross-border trucking)
- Promote company services and increase brand visibility within the business community
- Develop strategic and creative logistics solutions to exceed customer expectations
- Secure new clients and manage existing accounts to grow revenue and client retention
- Monitor account performance using KPIs and drive continuous improvement
- Build strong, strategic relationships with clients and international partners
- Maximize profitability through effective proposal and strategy development
Requirements:
- Strong background in ocean freight and freight forwarding
- Experience in petrochemical logistics is a plus
- Open to all races and genders (Mandarin-speaking preferred due to client needs)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Able to multitask, manage priorities, and work independently
- Results-oriented, with a positive attitude and the ability to meet tight deadlines
- Willing to contribute extra hours when required by business demands
Interview Process:
- 1 round only – conducted either virtually or physically with HR & General Manager
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume to [email protected] with the subject line: Application for Sales Manager – Penang.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: RM5,000.00 - RM10,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Opportunities for promotion
- Professional development
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental Pay:
- Commission pay
- Overtime pay
- Performance bonus
Work Location: In person