Business Development Manager

WR Logistics; London; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics recruitment agency is seeking a results-driven Business Development Manager to join their freight forwarding team in London. The ideal candidate will possess experience in sales within the freight forwarding industry, with a strong focus on building client relationships and generating new business. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £70,000 plus commission and a car allowance. Flexible working arrangements and opportunities for growth within the company are also provided.

Benefits

Flexible working

Car Allowance

Commission scheme

Contributory Pension scheme

Excellent training programme

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Experience as a Business Development Manager in Freight Forwarding.
• Knowledge in Air Freight and Ocean Freight.
• Proven track record with a freight forwarding company.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain effective business relationships with clients.
• Generate and follow up sales leads.
• Promote the company's services to grow the Freight Forwarding sector.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer relationship management

Market knowledge

Job description

Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding

Location: Feltham, UK

Salary: Up to £70,000 (DOE) + Commission + Car Allowance

My client is looking for a results driven, Business Development Manager to help grow their business and Freight Forwarding sector. The right candidate will be an experienced and fully established sales-person who has worked previously for a UK based Freight Forwarder and have the ability to bring on accounts and business. Knowledge and experience with Air Freight is essential.

Package Benefits:

• Flexible working - managing own diary and week
• Car Allowance.
• Commission scheme
• Contributory Pension scheme.
• On-site Parking for the Office.
• Excellent training programme.
• Opportunities and encouragement for progression within the company.

Key Responsibilities:

• To develop and maintain e?ective business relationships with new and existing clients, offering excellent customer service.
• To generate and follow up sales leads, visiting potential and existing customers to obtain new business at reasonable pro?t.
• Promote the business to new and existing clients to help grow the Freight Forwarding sector.
• Provide accurate information to internal operations sta? in order that all relevant administration can be completed e?ciently.
• Be up-to-date on current developments in the market and information on competitors.

Requirements:

• Freight Forwarding Sales / Business Development Manager Experience.
• Air Freight/Ocean Freight experience.
• Experience working for a freight forwarding company

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