Sales Executive

Location: Rotterdam Reporting Line This position will report to the Sales Manager of CTS Netherlands. Job Overview The Sales Excutive will support the organization through development management of the CTS NL sales team. This role will plan and implement sales strategies that will gain business and effectively manage the logistics business of clients. Responsibilities Direct and monitor the work flow of the team. Set sales team profit goals and hold team members accountable for goals and recognize or discipline as needed. Develop and manage operating budgets. Achieve satisfactory profit/loss ratio and market share in relation to preset standards, industry and economic trends, and also sales and margin goals. Day-to-day staff management and development including recruitment, hiring, performance coaching and annual reviews for direct reports—all with full support of corporate office. Work with Corporate Human Resources to resolve people issues as needed. Ensure training and direction for new and existing sales members. Act as a liaison between the customers and operations staff. Manage sourcing of customers. Build and maintain relationships with customers and assist and direct team members in sourcing and growing customer base. Maintenance of current customers: Including analysis of current lanes to assure we are competitive and also providing excellent service. Also, soliciting for other business from customers. Monthly financial analysis: including determining overall success of current customer profiles. Determine current rates in the market place offered by competitors. Qualifications 3 years of freight forwarding industry. Bachelor’s degree or higher. Fluent in Dutch and English. The ability to meet with customers off-site on a regular basis. Proven ability to cold call prospects. Strong problem solving, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work productively both individually and in a team environment. Sense of urgency for goal achievement. Self-motivated with ability to work in a fast-paced and constantly changing environment. Strong rapport and relationship-building focused. Empowered to make quick decisions in response to changing conditions. Extroverted, confident, enthusiastic and persuasive. Timeliness and accountability for results Good computer skills (Excel, Word). What we offer Targeted development opportunities on a professional level; Competitive compensation and benefits; A pleasant and international atmosphere.

Location: Rotterdam, South Holland, NL

Posted Date: 7/3/2025