Sales Account Executive At Fedex
full-time
We are looking for a Field Sales Account Executive to lead our market expansion in West Africa. In this critical role, you will be the primary architect of end-to-end global shipping solutions, bridging the gap between local businesses and international trade lanes. You will leverage your expertise in multimodal transport to drive revenue and deliver world-class service in one of Africa's largest and most dynamic commercial hubs.
What You Will Do
Strategic Market Expansion: Proactively identify and secure high-value field sales opportunities across key industry verticals within the Nigerian and broader West African regional market.
Solution Architecture: Design complex, end-to-end supply chain solutions, including customs brokerage, free zone management, warehousing, and multimodal transport tailored to the regional regulatory environment.
Advisory: Act as a trusted consultant for clients, providing data-driven insights on market volatility, freight rate trends, foreign exchange shifts, and trade compliance.
High-Stakes Negotiation: Lead commercial negotiations for long-term service agreements and spot-quotes, ensuring optimal margins while maintaining a competitive value proposition.
Revenue & Portfolio Leadership: Drive the strategic planning of your account portfolio to ensure continuous growth, retention, and the achievement of regional financial targets.
What You Will Bring
We need a "hunter" with the technical depth of an operations expertsomeone who understands regional border dynamics, port infrastructure, and trade corridors as clearly as they understand a balance sheet.
Relevant Experience: A minimum of four years of progressive experience in Field Sales within the logistics, shipping, or freight forwarding sector.
Regional Mastery: A proven track record of managing large-scale import/export accounts, deep familiarization with West African trade corridors, and mastery of Incoterms 2020.
Strategic Acumen: The ability to analyze complex trade lanes and cargo requirements to provide innovative, cost-saving solutions.
Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) procedures, tariff frameworks, free trade zones (e.g., Lekki, NEPZA), and international maritime regulations.
Solution-Driven: A proven history of resolving complex logistics "bottlenecks" and port/corridor clearance delays while delivering results against aggressive deadlines.
Education: A Bachelor's degree in a related field, with a preference for Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or International Trade.
Technical Skillset & Attributes
Skill CategorySpecific Competencies
Corridor & Port ManagementExpertise in routing and transit optimization via major West African ocean gateways (e.g., Apapa, Tin Can, Lekki Deep Sea Port) and inland corridors.
Financial AcumenStrong understanding of financial impact, FX volatility, and freight trend analysis to drive profitable solutions.
Diplomacy & InfluenceAbility to foster transparency and gain buy-in from local regulatory bodies, port authorities, and regional stakeholders.
Digital SavvyProficiency in leveraging AI, digital clearance platforms (e.g., Single Window, PCS), and data analytics to automate processes and identify market trends.