Account Executive
Join Flexport as an Account Executive to drive growth and build their presence in Korea's freight forwarding market.
Posted by employer 3 weeks ago
First seen on Joblaze 4 days ago
Last verified on the company career page 10 minutes ago
What you'll build
- Drive the growth of Flexport Korea
- Identify and pursue high-potential clients
- Consult with new clients to understand their supply chain needs
- Manage the full sales cycle
- Lead customer onboarding
Must have
- 7+ years of experience in a freight forwarding/logistics sales role
- Strong knowledge of the freight forwarding industry
- Demonstrated ability to set strategic plans and achieve sales goals
- Willingness to cold-call prospects
- Account management skills
- Fluent in Korean and English
Nice to have
- Fast learner with a strong work ethic
- Ambition to become a top-performing sales manager
Requirements
- Experience
- 7+ years
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, work arrangement, visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
The Account Executive at Flexport is responsible for driving growth in the Korean market by identifying and engaging high-potential clients, managing the entire sales cycle from prospecting to closing. This role requires extensive experience in freight forwarding and logistics sales, along with a proven ability to develop strategic plans and achieve sales targets. Ideal candidates will have at least seven years of relevant experience and strong communication skills in both Korean and English. Flexport's high-performing team emphasizes culture and career development as they expand their presence in Korea.
Joblaze insights
- Listed 4 days ago — first seen on Joblaze September 22, 2026. Last confirmed on Flexport's careers page September 26, 2026.
- This exact title is also open at 3 other locations at Flexport: Seoul, South Korea, San Diego, California, United States, Atlanta, Georgia, United States.
Quick facts
- How much experience is required?
- At least 7 years of relevant experience for this Account Executive role.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Flexport targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Account Executive role at Flexport.
From the original posting
About Flexport:
The Opportunity
Flexport is a technology-driven freight forwarding company on a mission to make global trade easy for everyone. By combining logistics expertise with cutting-edge software, we’ve built a unique value proposition that has fueled exponential growth over the past 10 years. Now, we are expanding our presence in Korea.
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced and well-connected Sales Manager to take the driver’s seat in building and scaling Flexport Korea, growing the business aggressively, and leaving your mark in the market. You will join a high-performing commercial team that is equally excited to grow Flexport’s presence in Korea and solve customer challenges with tech-enabled freight forwarding solutions.
Welcome to the future!
What You’ll Do
- Drive the growth of Flexport Korea together with your colleagues
- Identify and pursue high-potential clients (self-prospected and SDR-generated leads)
- Consult with new clients to understand their supply chain needs and pain points
- Create value-driven solutions and showcase Flexport’s capabilities through virtual and in-person meetings
- Manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting to closing deals
- Own and achieve personal sales targets, approaching them strategically and consistently delivering results
- Lead customer onboarding by coordinating with internal resources and teams
- Be part of a high-growth, dynamic sales team with strong focus on culture, performance, and career development
What You’ll Bring
- 7+ years of experience in a freight forwarding/logistics sales role, with full-cycle sales experience from prospecting to closing deals
- Strong knowledge of the freight forwarding industry and proven track record in logistics sales
- Demonstrated ability to set strategic plans and achieve ambitious individual sales goals
- Willingness to cold-call prospects where you see opportunities to win
- Account management skills with the ability to create an outstanding client experience
- Strong discovery skills to identify client pain points and propose value-added solutions
- Fast learner with a strong work ethic and ambition to become a top-performing sales manager in Korea
- Fluent in Korean and English
What’s in It for You
Minimum 15 annual leave days
- Lunch stipend: USD 8 per day
- Annual health check-up provided
- Insurance coverage via AIA (including health insurance)
- Mobile phone reimbursement: USD 40 per month
- Appropriated sales incentive based on the performance achievement
- Access to global learning programs and career development opportunities
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program) and global support resources
Be part of a high-growth, dynamic team and build Flexport’s presence in Korea.
If you’re ready to take on big goals and achieve them strategically, we want to hear from you!
Commitment to Equal Opportunity
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