Business Development Manager

Reed; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic freight forwarder is seeking an ambitious Business Development Manager to drive new opportunities and contribute to their expansion. You will manage your own portfolio, ensuring exceptional service delivery while generating new business through your existing network. The ideal candidate has 5-10 years' experience in logistics and a strong track record of winning business. The role offers an attractive salary of £50-70k plus uncapped commission, and the opportunity for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-10 years' experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or air freight.
• A proven track record of winning and retaining business.
• Strong book of industry contacts.

Responsibilities

• Generate and convert new business opportunities using your existing network.
• Manage and grow your own portfolio of customers.
• Develop tailored freight solutions to meet client needs.

Skills

Experience in freight forwarding

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Proactive mindset

Ability to work independently

Tools

CRM systems

Cargowise

Job description

Business Development Manager (General Freight Forwarding)

Location: Near Walton-on-Thames

Job Type: Full-time

Hours: 9:00-17:30

Start Date: Immediate

Salary: £50-70k plus uncapped commission dependant on experience you can bring to the business

My client is an International, a dynamic and fast-growing freight forwarder known for delivering tailored shipping and logistics solutions. They are seeking an ambitious Business Development Manager to drive new opportunities and contribute to their expansion.

Day-to-day of the role

• Generate and convert new business opportunities using your existing network of logistics contacts.
• Manage and grow your own portfolio of customers, ensuring exceptional service delivery.
• Develop tailored freight and shipping solutions to meet client needs.
• Lead client engagement through calls, meetings, and visits.
• Maintain a healthy sales pipeline through a mix of networking, prospecting, and targeted outreach.
• Provide accurate quotations and negotiate competitive rates on a shipment-by-shipment basis.
• Keep CRM systems updated with leads, opportunities, and customer activity.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-10 years' experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or air freight
• A proven track record of winning and retaining business.
• Strong book of industry contacts with the ability to leverage them effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; confidence is a must.
• Resilient, proactive, and target-driven mindset.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and thrive under pressure.
• You will be given autonomy to run your days as you fill fit for your growth and development, so must have passion for the business and professional growth
• CRM exposure beneficial (training provided if required).
• Exposure to Cargowise is a bonus but not essential