Business Development Manager

White Recruitment Construction; Southampton; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a driven Business Development Manager to enhance their presence in the Freight Forwarding sector. This role requires a seasoned sales professional with a strong background in both Air and Sea Freight. You will be responsible for building relationships with clients and generating new business opportunities. The position offers a flexible working environment, uncapped commission, and opportunities for career progression. Join a supportive team that values your contributions and encourages your professional growth in a thriving sector.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Car Allowance

Contributory Pension scheme

Commission on new business

Supportive work environment

On-site Parking

Excellent training programme

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Business Development within Freight Forwarding.
• Strong knowledge of Air and Sea Freight operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, ensuring excellent service.
• Generate sales leads and promote the business to new clients.

Skills

Sales Experience

Business Development

Customer Service

Freight Forwarding Knowledge

Air Freight Experience

Sea Freight Experience

Job description

Business Development Manager – Freight Forwarding

Location: Southampton, UK

Salary: Up to £60,000 (DOE) + Uncapped Commission + Car Allowance

Working Hours: Monday to Friday – 9:00am-5:30pm

My client is looking for a results driven, experienced Business Development Manager to help grow their business in the 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 has the ability to bring on accounts and business. Knowledge and experience with Air and Sea Freight is essential.

Package Benefits:

• Flexible working – managing own diary and week
• Car Allowance
• Contributory Pension scheme
• Commission scheme paid on new business
• Supportive work environment
• On-site Parking for the Office
• Excellent training programme
• Opportunities and encouragement for progression within the company

Key Responsibilities:

• To develop and maintain effective 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 profit.
• Promote the business to new and existing clients to help grow the Freight Forwarding sector.
• Provide accurate information to internal operations staff in order that all relevant administration can be completed efficiently.
• Be up-to-date on current developments in the market and information on competitors.

Requirements:

• Freight Forwarding Sales / Business Development Manager Experience.
• Air and Sea Freight experience.
• Experience working for a freight forwarding company.
• Ability to bring business would be advantageous.
• Hold a full, clean, UK driving licence.
• Full right to live and work in the UK.