Job Description : Senior Sales Manager (Air & Ocean Freight) Location : Italy (Flexible in terms of location) Our client is an independent international freight forwarder growing in Italy, with strong ties to a global logistics leader and part of a larger, well-established group. They maintain their autonomy while leveraging the resources and support of their parent company to drive growth. They are seeking a Senior Sales Manager for their expanding Air and Ocean Freight operations. This role is ideal for a hands-on senior commercial manager who can work autonomously and develop new verticals. It's a great opportunity for an ambitious individual eager to contribute to the growth of a thriving logistics business. Key Responsibilities : Sales Development : Drive growth across multiple products and freight sales strategies to expand business in new and existing markets. Business Expansion : Establish and develop new verticals, supporting the company's growth ambitions in Italy. Client Relations : Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, including those in sectors like food and beverage, project cargo, and luxury goods. Team Support : Support a small but growing sales team, fostering a collaborative and energetic sales culture. Market Growth : Identify and pursue new business opportunities across Italy, with flexibility regarding regions. Global Collaboration : Leverage knowledge and support from a global leader to drive new business and enhance the company's presence in Italy and internationally. Qualifications : Experience : Strong background in ocean freight; experience in air freight and road transport is advantageous. Specialisation : Experience in sectors like food and beverage, project cargo, or luxury goods is beneficial. Location : Ideally based in Milan, Tuscany, Venice, Genoa, or Rome, with ability to grow business locally. Personal Attributes : Driven, proactive, with ambitions to lead and expand within a rapidly growing business. What We Offer : Salary : Competitive, based on experience, with attractive commissions. Work Environment : Dynamic, small, and motivated team in a company with a strong ethos. Career Progression : Opportunity to lead and expand a division, with potential for regional management roles. Culture : Entrepreneurial and hands-on, playing a key role in the company's growth and success. Additional Information : Company Overview : A small but ambitious company owned by a shipping giant. Ideal for motivated senior sales professionals with logistics experience and a strong ocean freight background, seeking to make a significant impact within a global leader's expanding division. J-18808-Ljbffr