Business Development Manager Freight Forwarding/Logistcs Sales

KranLee Logistics Limited; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission structure

Employee assistance programs

Investment in staff development

Job summary

A logistics company is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to expand its operations in the East Midlands and South Yorkshire. You will be responsible for managing your own client base, building strong relationships with importers and exporters, and driving new business. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in freight forwarding sales and excellent communication skills. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic and supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in freight forwarding sales.
• Self-starter with a hunter mentality.
• Great communicator with a love for logistics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage client base in East Midlands and South Yorkshire.
• Build relationships with importers/exporters across all modes (Air, Sea, Road).
• Drive new business and hit growth targets.

Skills

Freight forwarding sales

Client relationship management

Communication

Self-starter mentality

Job description

Business Development Manager Freight Forwarding/Logistcs Sales

Business Development Manager Freight Forwarding/Logistcs Sales

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At Kranlee Logistics, our vision is simple: "Consider it Done."

We're all about making the complex simple—streamlining logistics processes, delivering reliability, and setting new standards across the industry.

Now, we’re looking for an experienced Freight Business Development Manager to help us grow in the East Midlands and South Yorkshire area. If you’re currently working in freight forwarding and ready for a fresh challenge, we want to talk to you!

Simple but Powerful Vision: "Consider it Done" is more than a motto—it’s how we deliver for our clients every day.

Dynamic Team Culture: Built on Hard Work, Excellent Service, Laughter, Bravery, Teamwork, and Honesty.

No Red Tape: We move fast, act boldly, and support each other.

Real Impact: Be heard, be valued, and grow your career in a business that’s scaling up.

Autonomy & Support: You’ll have room to run, backed by a team that’s got your back.

Package and Benefits

• Uncapped commission structure, paid monthly up to 20% of GP generated per month
• Employee assistance offering access to GP Service, Loans and Financial Advisors
• Investment in staff development, personalised progression plan
• High performance culture within an expanding and successful organization which rewards and appreciates their employees.

You will be given the opportunity to progress and develop in a clear and structured manner. Depending upon experience there may be the opportunity to progress into a higher position within the first 18 months.

With a commitment to excellence and innovation, we are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Manager to join us. This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced professional to join our rapidly growing business.

The Role

You'll be responsible for:

Developing and managing your own client base in the East Midlands and South Yorkshire

Building strong relationships with importers/exporters across all modes (Air, Sea, Road)

Driving new business and hitting growth targets

Collaborating with our operations team to ensure seamless customer service

Proven experience in freight forwarding sales

Self-starter with a hunter mentality

Great communicator with a genuine love for logistics

Based in (or able to cover) East Midlands and South Yorkshire

Ready to bring energy, ideas, and a sense of humour to the table

Let’s chat! Message us directly or apply now – even if you’re just curious, we’d love to connect. Your next big opportunity could be just one conversation away.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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