Air Freight Sales Manager
First Global Logistics (FGL) is expanding its air freight commercial team and looking for a motivated Air Freight Sales Manager to join us in Cairo. We're looking for someone who genuinely enjoys building new relationships and developing business — someone with a good feel for the Egyptian air freight market, solid connections in the industry, and the drive to open new doors for the company.
This is primarily a business development role. You'll be responsible for identifying and approaching new clients, converting opportunities into long-term accounts, and growing FGL's footprint in the air freight space. You'll have the full support of our operations team and the backing of an established brand with a strong global agent network.
The Role
- Prospecting and developing new air freight accounts across import, export, and cross-trade lanes .
- Leveraging your existing network and market knowledge to generate new business opportunities .
- Approaching potential clients, understanding their needs, and presenting FGL's air freight solutions .
- Building and maintaining relationships with airlines, GSAs, and cargo agents .
- Preparing competitive air freight quotations and following through to conversion .
- Tracking your pipeline and reporting on activity and progress .
What We Offer
- A supportive and experienced air Operations team behind you .
- Competitive base Salary + Commission based on KPIs + Quarterly Bonus package +Medical insurance (details at interview).
- Room to grow within a company that values commercial talent .
- The autonomy to manage your own accounts and develop your territory .
5-10 years of experience in air freight sales within a freight forwarding environment ( Worked inside CAI airport before is a Plus ) .
A commercial mindset with a genuine interest in developing new business .
An existing client base or professional network in the Egyptian air freight market .
Established relationships with airlines or GSAs operating out of Cairo .
Good understanding of IATA regulations and AWB documentation .
IATA certification .
Very good to fluent English — written and spoken .
sales and commercial mindset .