BDM - Ocean & Air Freight

WR Logistics; Cheadle; Hybrid; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager specializing in Ocean and Air Freight. This role offers the chance to drive new business growth through a consultative sales approach, leveraging your industry knowledge. With a solid infrastructure and a flexible, customer-centric approach, this forward-thinking company is poised for significant growth. Join a team that values autonomy and provides the support of a well-resourced global logistics provider. If you are self-motivated and target-driven, this opportunity could be your next career step.

Benefits

Uncapped Commission

Performance-Related Bonus

Career Progression

Flexible Working Hours

Qualifications

• Proven track record in business development within freight forwarding.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to deliver solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a regional sales strategy for new business growth.
• Identify and approach prospective clients in key industries.

Skills

Business Development

Freight Forwarding

Sales Strategy

Client Relationship Management

Negotiation Skills

Tools

CRM Tools

Job description

Job Title: Business Development Manager - Ocean & Air Freight

Location: Manchester or East Midlands (Hybrid/Field-Based)

Salary: Up to 60,000 + Uncapped Commission + Bonus + Benefits

Hours: Mon - Fri - Flexible

Industry: Freight Forwarding / International Logistics

A well-established, global freight forwarding company with a strong reputation for delivering tailored supply chain solutions is looking for a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Manager to join its growing UK team. With a solid infrastructure, international presence, and a flexible, customer-centric approach, this business is ideally positioned for significant growth and needs the right commercial talent to help make it happen.

BDM - Ocean & Air Freight Role

As Business Development Manager, you will take ownership of identifying, developing, and converting new business opportunities across air and ocean freight services. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong industry knowledge and a consultative sales style to join a forward-thinking company with ambitious UK growth plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a regional sales strategy to drive new business growth.
• Identify and approach prospective clients in key industries requiring international freight services.
• Sell bespoke import/export solutions for both air and ocean freight.
• Work closely with operations and pricing teams to ensure a seamless onboarding experience.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients to drive repeat business and expand accounts.
• Track pipeline activity using CRM tools and report on KPIs to senior management.
  
  

Essential Experience

• Proven track record in business development within freight forwarding, ideally with experience in both air and ocean freight.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to deliver solutions based on selling.
• Self-motivated and target-driven, with a hunter mentality.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Based in Manchester or the East Midlands region, with flexibility to travel to client sites.
  
  

Package

• Basic salary up to 60,000, depending on experience.
• Uncapped commission structure and performance-related bonus.
• Support from a stable, well-resourced global logistics provider.
• Freedom to shape your region and sales strategy with high levels of autonomy.
• Career progression within a growing UK division backed by a strong international network.
  
  

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