Freight Forwarding Sales Representative - TX

Hyundai Glovis

$70K — $95K *
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 8-12 years in Supply Chain Management and Freight Forwarding
  • 1-3 years of supervisory experience
  • Expertise in freight forwarding, transportation, and logistics
  • Experience in business strategy and new initiatives
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and business applications

Responsibilities

  • Develop new multinational customer accounts for logistics solutions
  • Lead the business development process from prospecting to deal closure
  • Identify and pursue opportunities for market share and revenue expansion
  • Drive upselling initiatives across logistics services
  • Manage global RFQ responses and pricing strategies
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for key global clients
  • Monitor customer satisfaction and implement improvement initiatives

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Vacation, Holidays & Sick Time
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Life Insurance, AD&D, STD & LTD Coverage
  • Wellness Program & Gym Reimbursement
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Appreciation Events & Team Activities
Full Job Description
Location:Grapevine,TX

Additional Incentive: Eligible for an incentive program offering 8% commission on Gross Profit from new and expanded business, capped at $500,000 annually.

Position Summary

The Director - Global Business Development is responsible for driving strategic sales growth and business development efforts across multinational accounts throughout the United States. This role focuses on securing new 3PL/TPL business opportunities, expanding existing client relationships, and delivering customized global logistics solutions. The ideal candidate is a results-driven sales leader with extensive experience managing complex logistics programs, global RFQs, and cross-functional customer engagements.

Qualifications & Skills

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 8-12 years of experience in Supply Chain Management and Freight Forwarding
  • 1-3 years of supervisory experience
  • Strong understanding of freight forwarding, transportation, warehousing, and logistics solutions
  • Experience developing business strategies and leading new business initiatives
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and business applications

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's Degree
  • 10-15 years of business management and business development experience
  • 4-7 years of supervisory experience
  • Korean language communication skills

Skills
  • Strategic sales and business development
  • Global account management
  • Supply chain and logistics expertise
  • Contract negotiation and RFQ management
  • Financial and KPI analysis
  • Relationship building and executive-level communication
  • Project leadership and cross-functional collaboration
  • Customer onboarding and operational implementation

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Sales
  • Develop and secure new multinational customer accounts requiring cross-border and multi-modal logistics solutions
  • Lead business development activities from prospecting and lead generation through contract negotiation and closure
  • Identify opportunities to expand market share, revenue, and gross profit across logistics service offerings
  • Drive upselling initiatives across freight forwarding, drayage, warehousing, and related services
  • Lead global RFQ responses and pricing strategy development

Account Management & Customer Relations
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for key global clients
  • Develop long-term account strategies focused on growth, innovation, and customer retention
  • Deliver performance reviews and business updates to customers
  • Monitor customer satisfaction and implement continuous improvement initiatives
  • Support issue resolution and act as an escalation point for complex customer concerns

Strategic Planning & Operations
  • Design customized logistics solutions aligned with customer supply chain requirements
  • Collaborate with global headquarters, regional offices, and operational teams to execute customer programs
  • Lead implementation and onboarding of new accounts, including system integration and SOP development
  • Monitor operational performance metrics, service levels, and financial results
  • Identify business risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure service continuity

Leadership & Collaboration
  • Partner with internal stakeholders to enhance service offerings and support strategic growth initiatives
  • Provide market intelligence and industry insights to support business decisions
  • Train and support operational teams on customer requirements and service expectations
  • Represent GLOVIS America during executive-level customer meetings and business reviews
  • Perform additional duties as assigned

Benefits & Perks
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Vacation, Holidays & Sick Time
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Life Insurance, AD&D, STD & LTD Coverage
  • Hospital & Critical Illness Insurance
  • Wellness Program & Gym Reimbursement*
  • Tuition Reimbursement*
  • Referral Bonus Opportunities*
  • Discretionary Bonus Opportunities*
  • Auto Allowance*
  • Employee Appreciation Events & Team Activities*

*Benefits may vary by location and company policy.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements
  • Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods
  • Frequent use of computers, phones, and office equipment
  • Ability to stand and walk throughout the workday as needed
  • Exposure to indoor and outdoor work environments
  • Occasional exposure to dust, fumes, and vehicle operating environments
  • Up to 10% domestic travel may be required
  • Communication primarily conducted through phone, email, and virtual meetings

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