Sales Representative, Port Elizabeth

Location ZAF - Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage Rd (Struandale Facility)

Job Posting Title Sales Representative -115469

Employment Type Full Time

Tertiary Qualifications Diploma or Degree in Logistics or related field would be advantageous.

Qualifications

2+ years internal/external sales experience in Freight Forwarding (air&sea preferred) or Logistics / Supply Chain Industry.

Proven track record of meeting/exceeding sales targets.

Additional Advantages / Electives

Freight Forwarding

3PL/4PL Services

Supply Chain Optimization

Import/Export

Sales Skills

Prospecting

Account Management

Cold Calling

Negotiations

Client Acquisition

Technology

MS Office Suite

Main Purpose of the Role Results‑driven Sales Executive with experience in logistics, specializing in air/ocean/ground freight and 3PL solutions. Proven ability to drive business development, exceed sales targets, and manage key client relationships.

Duties&Responsibilities

Business Development: Identify, target, and secure new clients in line with company growth strategy; conduct client meetings, presentations, and solution proposals; generate and follow up on qualified leads.

Account Management: Maintain and grow existing customer relationships; conduct regular customer reviews; identify upselling and cross‑selling opportunities; achieve monthly and annual gross profit and volume targets.

Reporting&CRM: Maintain updated pipeline and activity tracking in CRM; provide accurate sales forecasts and reports; monitor market trends and competitor activity.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

New business revenue generated

Gross profit margins achieved

Pipeline growth and conversion rate

Activity levels (calls, visits, proposals)

Personality Profile

Driven, target‑oriented, and resilient

High energy and self‑motivated

Customer‑centric mindset

Ability to work under pressure

Disclaimer Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should an external candidate not hear from us within four (4) weeks following their application, they should consider their application unsuccessful. Strictly fair and non‑discriminatory selection procedures will be followed. We use affirmative action measures in an endeavour to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups. Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with DSV’s Employment Equity plans. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

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