Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding & Logistics

Join a well-established Freight & Logistics Company, backed by a strong operational team and a full suite of logistics solutions.

The Role

As a Business Development Manager, your focus will be on driving new business growth, expanding market share, and building long-term client relationships.

You'll be selling across:

• Air Freight
• Sea Freight
• Road Freight
• Contract Logistics & Customs Brokerage
• Warehousing & Fulfilment

With full support from experienced operations and product teams, you'll have everything you need to succeed.

Salary & Benefits

• £55,000 - £75,000 basic (DOE)
• Company Car or Car Allowance
• Uncapped Commission - up to 25%
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (GP access, financial support, loans)
• Personalised training & career progression plan

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, target, and win new business within the freight/logistics sector
• Build and manage a strong, consistent sales pipeline
• Conduct market research to spot trends and opportunities
• Develop and maintain long-term client relationships
• Collaborate with operations and internal teams to ensure seamless delivery
• Negotiate and close profitable deals and contracts
• Attend industry events and networking opportunities
• Provide accurate forecasts, reporting, and sales analysis

What We're Looking For

• Proven track record in freight forwarding sales (hunter mentality)
• Strong background in new business development
• Commercially driven with excellent negotiation skills
• Ability to build relationships and close deals
• Self-motivated, ambitious, and target-driven

Important:

Applicants must currently be working for a Freight or Logistics Company. Applications outside of this will not be considered.

Why join?

• Market-leading commission structure
• Strong operational and product support
• Clear progression into senior sales roles
• Opportunity to build a team after establishing yourself

Interested? Let's have a confidential chat.