Internal Sales Executive

Internal Sales Executive – Logistics

Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire
Salary: up to £30,000 + Bonus (up to £5,000) + Pension
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:30pm

Are you a confident communicator with a flair for building relationships and delivering results? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where every day brings variety? We’re seeking an ambitious Internal Sales Executive to join a well-established freight forwarding business with a strong track record of success.

The Company

This is an exciting opportunity to join a logistics provider that has been trusted by UK exporters and importers for almost four decades. With a loyal client base of over 200 businesses – from independent traders to global blue-chip organisations – the company has built its reputation on reliability, cost-effectiveness, and personal service.

Part of a larger logistics group with a turnover exceeding £140 million, the business combines the strength and financial backing of a market leader with the close-knit culture of a specialist team. Operating from modern offices in St Albans, they pride themselves on creating a supportive and dynamic environment where staff are valued, encouraged, and given room to grow.

The Role

As an Internal Sales Executive, you’ll play a vital part in strengthening client relationships and unlocking new business opportunities. Working with an established customer base across a wide range of industries, your role will involve:

• Developing and managing client relationships.
• Preparing and negotiating Air, Road and Sea freight quotations.
• Handling tenders and supporting client KPIs.
• Engaging in both client and supplier meetings (face-to-face and virtual).
• Collaborating with colleagues to deliver efficient, tailored logistics solutions.

What We’re Looking For

We’re open to backgrounds – whether you’re from freight forwarding, export sales, customer service, or operations – as long as you bring the right mix of skills and attitude.

Ideal attributes include:

• Experience in handling quotations and tenders.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to negotiate confidently with clients and suppliers.
• Organised, detail-oriented, and calm under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• A positive, engaging personality with a “can-do” sales and service approach.

Why Join?

• Join a business with a proud history and exciting growth plans.
• Benefit from the backing of a large, financially secure group.
• Work in a modern, purpose-built office environment in St Albans.
• Competitive base salary + achievable bonus scheme + pension.
• A supportive culture that values personal development, loyalty and long-term success

WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.