Outdoor Sales Executive – Logistics

Location: Freeport, Port Louis, Mauritius
Employment Type: Full-time
Reporting To: Director
Start Date: September 2026

About the Role

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an Outdoor Sales Executive – Logistics to join their team in Port Louis.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing new business opportunities, expanding the customer portfolio, and maintaining strong relationships with existing clients within the logistics and freight forwarding sector. This is a field-based sales role requiring regular customer visits, business development activities, and close coordination with internal operational teams.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Sales

• Identify and approach potential customers requiring logistics, freight forwarding, transportation, warehousing, and related services.
• Develop and maintain a strong sales pipeline.
• Conduct regular outdoor visits to existing and prospective customers.
• Understand customers’ logistics requirements and recommend suitable solutions.
• Prepare and submit quotations and commercial proposals.
• Negotiate rates and commercial terms within company guidelines.
• Follow up on quotations and convert opportunities into confirmed business.
• Achieve agreed monthly and annual sales targets.

Customer Relationship Management

• Maintain regular communication with existing customers.
• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with key accounts.
• Handle customer enquiries and coordinate internally to ensure timely resolution.
• Monitor customer satisfaction and identify opportunities for additional services.
• Follow up on customer feedback and complaints.

Logistics Coordination

• Liaise with Operations, Transport/Warehouse, and Finance teams to ensure smooth service delivery.
• Obtain the necessary shipment details and requirements from customers.
• Follow up on shipments and provide customers with updates when required.
• Ensure that commitments made during the sales process can be effectively delivered by the operational teams.
• Escalate operational or service-related issues to the appropriate department.

Market Development

• Conduct market research to identify new industries, customers, and business opportunities.
• Monitor competitors, market rates, and industry developments.
• Identify opportunities for cross-selling and upselling logistics services.
• Maintain an updated database of prospective and existing customers.

Reporting & Administration

• Maintain accurate records of customer visits, prospects, quotations, and sales activities.
• Submit regular sales activity and pipeline reports to management.
• Keep customer databases and records up to date.
• Monitor outstanding quotations and follow up accordingly.
• Assist with monthly sales forecasts and revenue projections.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Management, Sales, Marketing, or a related field.
• Previous experience in logistics, freight forwarding, shipping, transportation, or B2B sales will be an advantage.
• Proven experience in outdoor/field sales and business development.
• Good understanding of logistics and supply chain services.
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills.
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel regularly for customer visits.

Personal Attributes

• Positive-minded, proactive, and results-oriented.
• Self-driven and highly motivated to develop new business.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Confident in dealing with customers and building professional relationships.
• Commercially minded with a strong customer focus.
• A genuine team player who collaborates effectively with colleagues across departments.
• Able to work independently, manage priorities, and perform under pressure.
• Strong interest in developing long-term customer relationships and growing the business.

What We Offer

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated sales professional looking to develop their career within the logistics and freight forwarding industry, with the opportunity to contribute directly to business growth and client development.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV for consideration.