job description
Are you a driven sales professional with a passion for logistics and global trade? SITC Container Lines Malaysia is seeking a dynamic Sales & Marketing Executive to join our expanding team in Kota Kinabalu. As a leading intra-Asia shipping carrier, we provide comprehensive integrated logistics solutions, and we are looking for an ambitious individual to help us strengthen our market presence in East Malaysia.
In this role, you will be the face of SITC, engaging with local businesses, identifying export/import opportunities, and providing top-tier service to our valued clients. If you have a proactive mindset, a talent for relationship building, and a hunger for success in the fast-paced shipping industry, we want to hear from you.
Responsibility
- Develop and execute strategic sales plans to expand our shipping and logistics market share in the region.
- Actively prospect for new clients and maintain strong, long-term relationships with existing cargo owners and freight forwarders.
- Provide expert consultation on shipping routes, vessel schedules, and freight solutions to meet client needs.
- Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify new business opportunities and threats.
- Collaborate with internal operations and documentation teams to ensure seamless service delivery and client satisfaction.
- Prepare professional sales reports, proposals, and presentations for management review.
- Participate in networking events, industry trade shows, and business seminars to enhance company visibility.
Qualifications
- Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Logistics, or a related field.
- Minimum 1-2 years of experience in sales, business development, or the shipping/logistics sector is highly preferred.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively in English and Malay (proficiency in Chinese dialects is an added advantage).
- Self-motivated, results-oriented, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
- Possess a valid driver’s license and own transport for client visits.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for business opportunities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).