Trainee Sales Executive

About the role

Our client is looking for an ambitious newcomer who wants to build a career in freight and logistics sales. No prior experience is required, and full training will be provided from day one.

You'll join a commercial team where you'll gradually take ownership of customer relationships and sales activity, starting with the fundamentals and developing from there.

What you'll be doing

• Learning the essentials of the freight and logistics industry, including key terminology
• Getting to grips with internal operating and quoting systems
• Communicating with customers, suppliers, and overseas agents
• Preparing quotations and following up on sales opportunities
• Building customer relationships and developing your commercial instincts
• Supporting the wider team with day-to-day admin and operational tasks

What they're looking for

This suits a school or college leaver who's personable, driven, and ready to work. You'll need to be:

• Confident using Outlook and writing professional emails
• A competent typist with strong attention to detail
• Familiar with Excel basics and comfortable researching online
• An excellent communicator, particularly on the phone
• Organised, punctual, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Genuinely motivated to grow a long-term career in freight