Freight Sales Executive

Company Description Elkhalifa Cargo Services LLC was established in 1969, initially offering customs clearance services and later expanding in 2000 to include air and ocean freight. The company is recognized as one of Egypt’s top freight forwarding providers, delivering comprehensive import and export solutions at competitive rates. Elkhalifa Cargo integrates shipping, transportation, insurance coordination, and documentation preparation and submission to simplify logistics for clients. Its service portfolio includes ocean and air freight, international transportation, inland trucking, door-to-door solutions, LCL consolidation, warehousing, and customs clearance, all with a focus on quality and reliability. Role Description The Freight Sales Executive is a full-time hybrid role based in Cairo, Egypt, with a mix of on-site client engagement and some work-from-home flexibility. In this role, the Freight Sales Executive will prospect and develop new business opportunities, manage a portfolio of existing clients, and promote Elkhalifa Cargo’s services across ocean, air, inland trucking, warehousing, and customs clearance. Daily activities include qualifying leads, preparing and negotiating quotations, following up on shipments, and coordinating closely with operations and documentation teams to ensure accurate and timely service delivery. The role also involves monitoring market trends and competitor offerings, maintaining CRM records, and preparing regular sales reports and forecasts. Building long-term relationships and providing responsive, solutions-focused customer service is central to this position. Qualifications Sales and business development skills, including lead generation, negotiation, and closing deals in freight forwarding or logistics. Customer relationship management skills, with experience in managing key accounts and delivering responsive client support. Knowledge of international freight operations, including ocean and air freight, inland trucking, warehousing, and customs clearance processes. Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to prepare clear proposals and interact confidently with corporate clients. Proficiency in basic office and CRM software, along with solid organizational and time management abilities. Previous experience in logistics, freight forwarding, or supply chain sales is highly beneficial. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred. Fluency in English and Arabic, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, target-driven environment. Show more Show less