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
