The ideal candidate is a proactive, field-based salesperson comfortable with cold calling, client visits, and hitting monthly targets. Job Purpose We are seeking an ambitious, results-driven Sales Executive to drive growth by acquiring new customers and developing existing accounts across courier, air/sea freight, clearing and forwarding, and import/export logistics. The ideal candidate is a proactive, field-based salesperson comfortable with cold calling, client visits, and hitting monthly targets. Key Responsibilities • Identify and acquire new customers across SMEs, corporates, importers/exporters, e-commerce, NGOs, and manufacturers; build a strong sales pipeline through cold calls, visits, and networking. • Sell the full service range: domestic and international courier, air and sea freight, clearing and forwarding, customs clearance, cargo consolidation, and e-commerce/parcel delivery. • Manage customer relationships — follow up on shipping needs, resolve issues with operations, and drive repeat business. • Meet monthly/quarterly sales targets; prepare forecasts and performance reports; convert quotations into confirmed business. • Track market trends and competitor activity to identify new opportunities. • Prepare and negotiate quotations within approved guidelines; hand off confirmed business to operations. • Support finance with payment follow-up and ensure sales activity remains profitable, not just high-volume. Key Performance Indicators • Revenue and gross profit generated; new and active customers • Shipment volume/value; customer retention • Quotation-to-business conversion rate; client visits made • Reporting timeliness and collections performance Qualifications & Experience • Diploma/Degree in Sales, Marketing, Business, Logistics, or related field • 2+ years sales experience, ideally in courier, freight, or logistics • Proven record of meeting sales targets; existing industry contacts a plus • Strong negotiation and communication skills; proficient in MS Office/CRM tools • Willing to travel frequently for field visits Personal Attributes Motivated, confident, and persistent, with strong networking and relationship-building skills. Self-disciplined, customer-focused, and commercially minded — able to work independently and handle rejection professionally. What We Offer • Competitive salary plus performance-based commission • Career growth and training in international freight/logistics • Opportunity to build a portfolio of corporate clients How to Apply Submit your CV and a brief cover letter highlighting relevant sales experience and achievements. Candidates with an existing customer network in courier, freight, or logistics are especially encouraged to apply.
• The ideal candidate is a proactive, field-based salesperson comfortable with cold calling, client visits, and hitting monthly targets. • Identify and acquire new customers across SMEs, corporates, importers/exporters, e-commerce, NGOs, and manufacturers; build a strong sales pipeline through cold calls, visits, and networking. • Sell the full service range: domestic and international courier, air and sea freight, clearing and forwarding, customs clearance, cargo consolidation, and e-commerce/parcel delivery. • Manage customer relationships — follow up on shipping needs, resolve issues with operations, and drive repeat business. • Meet monthly/quarterly sales targets; prepare forecasts and performance reports; convert quotations into confirmed business. • Track market trends and competitor activity to identify new opportunities. • Prepare and negotiate quotations within approved guidelines; hand off confirmed business to operations. • Support finance with payment follow-up and ensure sales activity remains profitable, not just high-volume. Key Performance Indicators • Revenue and gross profit generated; new and active customers • Shipment volume/value; customer retention • Quotation-to-business conversion rate; client visits made • Reporting timeliness and collections performance Qualifications & Experience • Diploma/Degree in Sales, Marketing, Business, Logistics, or related field • 2+ years sales experience, ideally in courier, freight, or logistics • Proven record of meeting sales targets; existing industry contacts a plus
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September 19th, 2026
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Company
Mex Logistics Africa Ltd
Location
Kenya
Deadline
October 19th, 2026
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