Business Development Manager

Rutherford Briant Recruitment; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international recruitment firm seeks an experienced Business Development Manager to drive growth in the customs and logistics sectors across the UK. This fully remote position offers a competitive base salary between £55,000 to £75,000 per annum plus uncapped OTE and benefits. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of business development experience and a proven track record of winning new business. This role requires strong negotiation, communication skills, and a full UK driving license.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Company pension scheme

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Car allowance

Uncapped OTE with performance-related bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in customs, logistics, or supply chain business development or sales.
• Proven record of winning new business and exceeding revenue targets.
• Strong understanding of customs processes and trade compliance.

Responsibilities

• Identify and win new business opportunities within customs, logistics, and supply chain sectors.
• Develop and execute a strategic sales plan focused on driving growth.
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders and clients.

Skills

Business development

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Client relationship management

Job description

Are you a dynamic Business Development professional looking for your next challenge? Do you thrive on winning new clients, driving revenue growth, and building strong partnerships in the customs and logistics sector? Are you experienced in developing business within customs, logistics, or supply chain industries, and ready to take on a national role with a leading European group? Keep reading!

I am currently recruiting for a New Business Development Manager to join a well-established business specialising in customs solutions and international trade services. This is a fully remote position with national travel across the UK, offering a competitive base salary, plus uncapped OTE and car allowance.

Overview

New Business Development Manager responsible for identifying and securing new business opportunities within the customs, logistics, and supply chain sectors across the UK, developing strategic sales plans, and managing client relationships from SMEs to large enterprises.

Responsibilities

• Identify and win new business opportunities within the customs, logistics, and supply chain sectors across the UK
• Develop and execute a strategic sales plan focused on driving growth and expanding market share
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, from SMEs to large enterprise clients
• Present and negotiate tailored commercial solutions for customs and trade compliance services
• Collaborate with operational and commercial teams across Europe to ensure smooth implementation and client onboarding
• Maintain a robust sales pipeline, accurate forecasting, and detailed CRM records
• Represent the business at industry events, trade shows, and client meetings nationwide

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in customs, logistics, or supply chain business development or sales
• A proven record of winning new business and exceeding revenue targets
• Strong understanding of customs processes, trade compliance, and supply chain operations
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• A proactive, self-motivated approach with the ability to work independently in a remote role
• Willingness to travel nationally as required
• A full UK driving license

Benefits

• A base salary of £55,000 to £75,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Uncapped OTE with performance-related bonus
• Car allowance and fully remote working
• Private healthcare and company pension scheme
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

If you’re ready to take the next step in your sales career and play a key role in the UK growth of a leading international group – apply now!

Rutherford Briant is passionate about equity, diversity, and inclusion. We seek individuals from the widest talent pool and encourage underrepresented talent to apply to vacancies with us. We are committed to recruitment processes that are fair for all, regardless of background and personal characteristics.