Business Development Manager

Rutherford Briant; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading customs solutions provider seeks a New Business Development Manager to drive growth in the customs and logistics sectors in the UK. This fully remote role involves identifying new business opportunities, developing strategic sales plans, and building relationships with clients. The position offers a competitive salary of £55,000 to £80,000 per annum, plus additional benefits like a car allowance, private healthcare, and generous holiday entitlements. If you're passionate about driving business success, apply now!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Private healthcare

Company pension scheme

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in customs, logistics, or supply chain business development.
• Proven record of winning new business and meeting targets.
• Strong understanding of customs processes and trade compliance.

Responsibilities

• Identify and win new business in customs and logistics.
• Execute strategic sales plans to drive growth.
• Build relationships with stakeholders across sectors.
• Negotiate commercial solutions for trade compliance.

Skills

Business development

Sales negotiation

Communication skills

Customer 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.

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
• Maintain a robust sales pipeline, accurate forecasting, and detailed CRM records

Requirements

• 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

Compensation and Benefits

• A base salary of £55,000 to £80,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus OTE
• Car allowance and fully remote working, with national travel
• 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.