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Air and Sea Freight Sales Executive

Hybrid in Barcelona·Added yesterday

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DHL

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Overview

Job details

  • Permanent contract

    Per the ad.

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    DHL doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Be near Barcelona for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 2+ years of experience

    Junior-level role.

  • Driving licence

    EU licences are valid in Spain; most others only for six months after you become resident.

Benefits

  • Private health insurance

    Per the ad: paid by the employer, or taken through flexible pay.

  • Life insurance

    Per the ad.

  • Flexible pay plan

    Take part of your salary as tax-free benefits, per the ad.

Skills

This job was automatically translated to English.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Previous experience in the commercial area of at least 2 years in similar roles and in forwarding companies. Experience with air freight customers is highly valued.
  • Customer orientation, results orientation, and working towards objectives.
  • Good communication and presentation skills.
  • User-level proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Knowledge of air and ocean freight logistics products.
  • Fluent English, both spoken and written.
  • Driving license and availability for occasional travel.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Real growth opportunities and specific corporate Sales training.
  • Permanent contract.
  • Attractive fixed salary and commercial incentives.
  • The position involves the professional use of a company vehicle, so holding a driving license is essential.
  • Attractive benefits:
  • 24 working days of vacation.
  • Afternoon off on your birthday.
  • Life insurance
  • Private medical insurance for you and your spouse/dependents (ADESLAS or ASISA), paid 50% by DHL; €29 premium per beneficiary per month as a cost to the employee, which can be managed through flexible compensation.
  • Flexible compensation plan: childcare, transport, and medical insurance.
  • DHL CLUB discounts club.
  • DGF Wellbeing Plan: fruit in the office, agreements with gyms and health centers, and physiotherapy sessions in the office subsidized at 50%.

The role

Do you have experience in the logistics sector and in forwarding companies and want to be part of a winning sales team in a leading company? We have the perfect opportunity for your professional development!

At DHL Global Forwarding, we are looking for a Sales Executive to join our Barcelona team, reporting to the Field Sales Manager, and located in Parc Logistics (Barcelona).

What do we expect from you as part of the best commercial team in Europe?

What you'll do

  • Acquiring new air and ocean freight customers; primarily air freight, which will be your area of expertise.
  • Consultative selling offering value-added services.
  • Maintaining and developing gross profit and volumes from existing customers.
  • Active commercial management of business opportunities, recording them in the CRM and updating their status weekly.
  • Conducting visits to assigned customers, both existing and potential.
  • Recording visits and the information obtained during them in the CRM.
  • Reviewing accepted quotes before their expiration, updating their new terms and expiration dates.
  • Preparing and carrying out sales campaigns organized in accordance with the defined annual strategy, regarding areas, countries, products, and value-added services.
  • Preparing all information related to the implementation of new customers, to ensure the proper development of the start-up of new businesses and customers (credit application, loading rates into the system, operational instructions, etc.).

About DHL

DHL is the world's leading logistics and express delivery company, operating a global network that connects people and businesses across more than 220 countries and territories. As a division of the German logistics giant Deutsche Post DHL Group, the company provides a comprehensive range of services including international express, freight transportation (air, ocean, road, and rail), contract logistics, and e-commerce solutions. With a workforce of hundreds of thousands of employees worldwide, DHL is a category-defining brand in the logistics industry, known for its reliability, speed, and extensive global reach.

In Spain, DHL has a strong and established presence with offices and operations in major cities including Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Vitoria, among others. The company offers a wide range of roles in logistics operations, customer service, sales, and corporate functions, making it a significant employer for both local and international talent. DHL's work culture emphasizes innovation, sustainability, and employee development, with programs like the Graduate Program and Talent Bank designed to nurture future leaders. For international professionals, DHL Spain offers opportunities to work in a truly global environment, with the chance to build a career across borders and gain exposure to diverse logistics operations.

Industry
Logistics
Founded
1969
Employees
500,000+
Headquarters
Bonn, Germany
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and 1 more
Website
dhl.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • DHL is a global company with operations in over 220 countries, offering international professionals the chance to work in a truly global environment.
  • The company has a strong presence in Spain with offices in Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Vitoria, providing a wide range of roles from operations to corporate functions.
  • DHL offers structured graduate programs and internships in Spain, such as the 'Programa Graduate' and 'Contrato en prácticas', which are excellent entry points for international talent.
  • As a German-headquartered company, DHL provides a multicultural work environment, with English often used as the corporate language, making it accessible for non-Spanish speakers.
  • DHL is known for its strong commitment to employee development and offers clear career progression paths, both within Spain and internationally.

In their own words

About the company & team

Because we care about people and put the customer at the center of our approach. We have renewed our Top Employer certification in Spain and globally, and we are also certified as a Great Place to Work.

DHL Global Forwarding is the division of the Deutsche Post DHL Group specialized in air and ocean freight transportation.

Through our own worldwide network of offices, we offer door-to-door solutions, including value-added services associated with supply chain management (customs, insurance, temperature-controlled transport, dangerous goods, etc.).

Our team of professionals worldwide positions us as leaders in service quality, with the customer at the center of our activity and a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Additional information

DHL Global Forwarding is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate all candidates without distinction based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.

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