Sales Manager Freight Forwarding

A leading logistics and chemical solutions provider is seeking a Sales Manager Freight Forwarding to join their Jakarta-based team. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to leverage your expertise in freight forwarding and logistics, while being part of a respected organisation with nearly two centuries of industry experience.

What you'll do:

As Sales Manager Freight Forwarding based in Jakarta, you will play a pivotal role in expanding the company’s footprint across Indonesia. Your day-to-day responsibilities will revolve around identifying new business prospects within the freight forwarding sector—particularly focusing on sea, air, ISO tank logistics—and nurturing these relationships into lasting partnerships. You will be entrusted with maintaining up-to-date shipping rate information while ensuring seamless coordination between customers and internal teams.

* Ensure all data and information related to domestic and international shipping rates are consistently available, current, and accurately updated for seamless operations.
* Accommodate, assist, co-operate, and work closely with operations colleagues to enhance sales and marketing efforts across multiple channels.
* Identify new customers by proactively seeking out business opportunities through visits, calls, and networking within the Indonesian market.
* Coordinate directly with customers to manage ocean forwarding business processes from submitting quotations through to shipment and delivery.
* Perform effective liaison between customers and the operations team to ensure smooth execution of sales activities from initial contact to final delivery.

What you bring:

To excel as Sales Manager Freight Forwarding in Jakarta, you will bring substantial experience from the freight forwarding or logistics industry—ideally having worked extensively with sea freight, air cargo, ISO tanks or overseas agents. Your academic background should include at least a diploma or bachelor’s degree in any field. What sets you apart is your established network of customers within the sector—a crucial requirement for this role.

* Diploma or Bachelor degree in any discipline is required for this position.
* Minimum 5+ years’ proven experience in freight forwarding & ISO tank (sea, air, overseas agent) or logistics business is essential.
* Having your own established customer base within the logistics sector is mandatory for consideration.
* Possess advanced selling skills coupled with strong negotiation abilities that enable you to secure new contracts effectively.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out due to its rich heritage spanning nearly two centuries in maritime and logistics services—a testament to its enduring reputation for integrity, reliability, consistency, and excellence. Employees are welcomed into an inclusive culture where respectfulness and fairness underpin every interaction; considerate behaviour towards people, customers, and partners is not just encouraged but expected. The company invests heavily in its people—offering flexible working arrangements that accommodate personal needs alongside professional ambitions.

What's next:

If you’re ready for an exciting challenge where your talents are valued—and want to make a real impact in Indonesia’s logistics landscape—this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided; take the next step towards joining an organisation where your growth matters.

Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.