Internal Sales Executive

Internal Sales Executive - Logistics
Location: Halesowen
Salary: Up to -28,000 + Bonus + Pension
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm
Are you a confident communicator with a flair for building relationships and driving results?
Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? We''re looking for an ambitious Internal Sales Executive to join a well-established freight forwarding business with a strong track record of success. This role offers excellent career progression, with a clear path into a field-based Business Development role for the right person.
The Company
For nearly 40 years, this logistics provider has been trusted by UK exporters and importers to deliver reliable, cost-effective, and personalised solutions. With a loyal client base of over 200 businesses - from independent traders to global blue-chip organisations - the company has built its reputation on quality service and strong relationships.
Part of a larger logistics group with a turnover exceeding -140 million, the business combines the stability of a market leader with the supportive, close-knit feel of a specialist team.
The Role
As an Internal Sales Executive, you''ll play a key role in strengthening client relationships and uncovering new opportunities. You''ll be working with an established customer base across multiple industries, with responsibilities including:
- Developing and managing client relationships
- Preparing and negotiating Air, Road, and Sea freight quotations
- Handling tenders and supporting client KPIs
- Attending client and supplier meetings (face-to-face and virtual)
- Collaborating with colleagues to deliver efficient, tailored logistics solutions
This position is the ideal springboard to progress into a full external sales/business development role, where you''ll have the chance to drive growth and build your own client base.
What We''re Looking For
We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds - whether your experience is in freight forwarding, export sales, customer service, or operations - if you have the right skills and drive, we''d love to hear from you.
Ideal attributes include:
- Experience handling quotations and tenders
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Confident negotiation ability with clients and suppliers
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- A positive, engaging personality with a proactive, "can-do" approach
Why Join?
- Be part of a business with a proud history and exciting growth plans
- Clear career path into a field-based Business Development role
- Competitive salary + achievable bonus + pension
- Supportive culture that values development, loyalty, and long-term success
- Modern office environment in Halesowen
WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.
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