VACATURE | 26 AUGUSTUS 2026
HMM Netherlands Shipping – FOB Import Sales Supervisor
Due to the continued growth and positive development of HMM, we are looking to expand our Sales & Marketing team with an experienced and commercially driven FOB Import Sales Supervisor.
Working from our Rotterdam office, you will become part of a team of nine dedicated sales professionals, each bringing their own expertise, market knowledge, and customer focus. The team is led by the Manager Sales & Marketing and plays a key role in driving HMM’s growth in the Dutch market.
About the role
As a FOB Import Sales Supervisor, you will be responsible for developing and growing our FOB Import business. You will build strong relationships with customers, identify new business opportunities, and actively contribute to increasing HMM’s market share within the import segment.
This is a highly dynamic and customer-facing role that requires a proactive mindset, commercial drive, and a passion for logistics and liner shipping.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing Import customers.
- Identify, develop, and acquire new import business opportunities.
- Visit customers and prospects on a regular basis and prepare reports.
- Provide competitive freight quotations and follow up commercial opportunities.
- Monitor market developments and identify growth potential within the import market.
- Maintain and develop customer data within our CRM systems.
- Work closely with Inside Sales, Customer Service, and Operations teams to ensure excellent service delivery.
- Work closely with our HQ team to develop Key Account business.
- Promote HMM’s products and services and support the achievement of commercial targets.
- Act as a trusted advisor for customers seeking reliable container shipping solutions.
YOUR PROFILE:
- MBO/HBO level education, preferably in Logistics, Maritime Studies, or STC.
- Cargadoor I and/or II certification is considered an advantage.
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience within container shipping, freight forwarding, logistics, or shipping sales.
- Excellent command of both Dutch and English, written and spoken.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Commercially minded with strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
- Proactive, service-oriented, and results-driven.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Able to work independently while also contributing effectively within a team environment.
- Flexible and resilient, with a hands-on mentality and no 9-to-5 mindset.
WHAT WE OFFER:
At HMM, you will have the opportunity to work for one of the world’s leading container shipping companies within an international and fast-paced environment.
We offer:
- A competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- A fixed 13th-month salary.
- Company-funded pension scheme.
- Company-funded WIA insurance.
- Excellent secondary employment benefits.
- Opportunities for professional and personal development.
- An international, professional, and collaborative working environment.
Why HMM?
At HMM, customer focus, teamwork, and entrepreneurship are at the heart of everything we do. We continuously invest in our people and believe that our success is built on the talent, commitment, and passion of our employees.
Interested?
Are you an experienced sales professional with a strong network in container shipping and a passion for developing FOB Import business? Then we would love to hear from you.
Send your CV to attn: Mr. J. Viveen by clicking button below.
