Sales Manager - Freight Forwarding (India Trade Lane & Global Markets)

Sales Manager – Freight Forwarding (India Trade Lane & Global Markets) Location: Chicago - NJ / Hybrid Salary Range: $80,000 – $120,000 + Excellent Benefits We are hiring a Sales Manager with deep experience in freight forwarding sales , a strong background in India trade lane development , and a broad understanding of global freight markets. This opportunity is with a leading shipping and logistics company founded in India in 1994 and acquired in 2018. The organization has since expanded rapidly and now operates globally across 7 countries. Company Overview: Headquartered in India Global presence: USA (Chicago), UK, Germany, Turkey, Singapore, Thailand, Japan 1,000+ employees worldwide Approx. $100 million in annual U.S. revenue 30+ years in freight forwarding, logistics, and supply chain services Role Overview: As the General Manager – Sales , you will lead U.S. sales and business development initiatives, with a focus on expanding the India-U.S. trade lane . You will also manage a small team in Chicago and contribute to broader trade lane development and client engagement efforts nationwide. Key Responsibilities: Business Development & Sales Growth Develop and implement sales strategies to expand revenue and market share in the U.S. Identify and acquire new direct customers Drive individual sales efforts to meet/exceed targets Develop and manage relationships with small/mid-sized U.S. agents to support India lane Client & Partner Relationship Management Strengthen relationships with current U.S. customers Maintain and grow agent network partnerships Act as the key point of contact for high-value clients Market & Trade Lane Development Lead initiatives to grow all trade lanes with strong emphasis on India-U.S. Analyze market trends, client needs, and competitive insights Develop tailored logistics and supply chain solutions Sales Team Leadership Build, train, and lead a high-performing sales team across key U.S. locations Provide mentorship, coaching, and accountability Establish sales incentives and performance metrics Strategic Planning & Execution Collaborate with executive leadership on national sales strategy Partner with operations to ensure service excellence Report on sales performance and market development Qualifications: 5+ years in sales or business development within freight forwarding Demonstrated experience developing the India trade lane Strong understanding of global freight markets and trade regulations Proven ability to meet/exceed sales goals Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills Experience working with both direct customers and agent partners Self-starter with long-term vision and strategic execution abilities #J-18808-Ljbffr