Sales Manager

Freight Forwarding Sales Manager - Division Head

Location: Amsterdam

Salary: €100,000 base (DOE) + Commissions + Bonuses + Above-Average Incentives

Industry: Freight Forwarding / Time-Critical Logistics

Seniority: Senior / Strategic Sales Leadership

Build It. Lead It. Grow It.

We're hiring on behalf of a global logistics powerhouse with a strong industry reputation and proven history of successfully launching new divisions.

They're now looking for an experienced Time-Critical Freight Forwarding Sales Expert to build and lead a new division from scratch - with the clear goal of establishing a full sales team within 24 months.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact role with strategic freedom, industry support, and unmatched growth potential.

What You'll Do

• Drive New Business: Hunt, win, and maintain high-value accounts across time-critical verticals (Marine Parts, AOG, pharma, automotive, etc.).
• Scale with Purpose: Build a high-performing sales team around you with full backing, systems, and infrastructure.
• Work Smart: Leverage the client's existing global processes, systems, and operational excellence.

Who You Are

• A proven sales hunter in the time-critical freight forwarding space.
• 5-10+ years of experience in high-speed logistics environments (AOG, hand-carry, NFO, etc.).
• Commercially sharp - able to negotiate margins and sell value, not just price.
• A strategic thinker with the mindset to build and lead a division.
• Motivated by opportunity, not comfort zones.
• A relationship builder who understands both urgency and trust in time-critical services.

Why Join This Client?

Industry Leader: A respected name with global infrastructure and world-class support.

Proven Model: They've successfully built new sales divisions before - they know what works.

Outstanding Culture: Low turnover, real career growth, and a people-first approach.

Ongoing Support: Continuous training, strategic mentorship, and best-in-class systems.

Top-Tier Compensation: Competitive base, uncapped commissions, bonuses, and high-earning potential.