Manager – Sales & Marketing (Freight Forwarding)

Closing on: Mar 30, 2027

Join our team and drive growth in our sea freight business.

Key responsibilities

  • Develop and implement effective sales and marketing strategies for the freight forwarding / sea freight business.
  • Identify and develop new business opportunities and expand the customer portfolio.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with main shipping lines, overseas agents and other industry stakeholders.
  • Monitor market trends, competitor activities, freight rates and customer requirements.
  • Achieve agreed sales, revenue and profitability targets.
  • Maintain regular sales reports, forecasts and business development plans for management review.

What we offer

  • An opportunity to play a key role in expanding freight forwarding business.
  • Competitive remuneration and performance-based incentives.
  • Opportunities for career growth and professional development.

Candidate profile

  • Degree or professional qualification in sales & marketing; shipping & logistics.
  • 5-8 years of relevant experience in freight forwarding with proven experience in sales/business development role.
  • Should have an active customer base.
  • Strong knowledge of FCL/LCL sea freight operations, international trade and freight forwarding practices.
  • Good rapport with main shipping lines to obtain competitive freight rates.
  • Proven ability to develop new business and maintain long-term customer relationships.
  • Commercially minded with a strong focus on achieving targets and business growth.
  • Excellent command of English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and operate effectively in a target-driven environment.

When applying

Please email your CV, clearly stating the post applied for in the subject line, together with the names and contact details of two non-related referees. Applications should reach us on or before 8th October 2026.

Company: McLarens Logistics
Company email: [email protected]
Job Location: Colombo
Job Category: Sales / Marketing / Merchandising
Job Type: Full Time

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