Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding

Peergrowth Consultancy Co.; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Dubai is seeking a motivated Business Development Manager to join their freight forwarding team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in sales within the freight forwarding industry, a strong network of clients, and the capability to achieve sales targets while providing exceptional customer service. Responsibilities include identifying new business opportunities, managing client relationships, and exceeding sales goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of proven sales experience in freight forwarding in UAE.
• Strong knowledge of air freight, sea freight, and land transport operations.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and maintain new business opportunities in freight forwarding.
• Build and manage relationships with clients for long-term partnerships.
• Meet and exceed sales targets by generating leads and closing deals.

Skills

Sales experience in freight forwarding

Relationship management

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Business Development Manager to join our freight forwarding team in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in sales within the freight forwarding industry a strong network of clients and the ability to achieve sales targets while providing excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify develop and maintain new business opportunities in freight forwarding and logistics.

• Build and manage relationships with clients to ensure long-term partnerships.

• Prepare and deliver tailored solutions for clients across air sea and land freight.

• Meet and exceed sales targets by generating leads and closing deals.

• Coordinate with operations and customer service teams to ensure smooth execution of shipments.

• Stay updated on market trends competitor activities and industry developments.

• Prepare regular sales reports and forecasts for management.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of proven sales experience in freight forwarding in UAE.

• Strong knowledge of air freight sea freight and land transport operations.

• Excellent communication negotiation and presentation skills.

• Ability to work independently and achieve sales targets.

• UAE Driving License preferred (to visit clients and expand business reach).