Business Development Manager

First Choice UK; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER based from their Midlands Head Office. This role involves identifying new business opportunities and developing sales strategies across the UK. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in domestic transport sales, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage the full sales cycle. A salary of £40,000 plus bonuses and benefits such as a company car and pension are offered.

Benefits

Fully expensed company car

Pension

Salary bonus

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in transport sales and business development.
• Ability to present integrated supply chain solutions.
• Strong industry knowledge and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities.
• Develop and implement sales strategies.
• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to deal closure.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships.

Skills

Experience in UK Domestic Transport Sales

Strong communication skills

Lead generation

Negotiation skills

Job description

TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

£40,000 + Salary Bonus.

Midlands Head Office / Sales UK

We have an exciting opportunity for a UK TRANSPORT BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER to join an organisation with an excellent reputation promoting their National Transport services. Covering a national territory the role will be based from the Midlands UK Head Office and is offering a salary of £40,000 basic + Fully expensed company car, laptop, mobile, pension, bonus etc.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate experience of working in UK DOMESTIC TRANSPORT SALES & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, sourcing leads, liaising with prospective customers, arranging and attending sales meetings, discussing their current transport levels & offering transport solutions, negotiating to gain new business. This role requires strong industry knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to present integrated supply chain solutions that meet customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities across transport and logistics services
• Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve revenue, volume, and margin targets.
• Generate leads, conduct client meetings, prepare proposals, negotiate pricing, service contracts, and commercial terms in line with company policies.
• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to deal closure.
• Build, maintain, and grow long‑term relationships with clients in key industries.
• Serve as a trusted point of contact, resolving issues in collaboration with operations and customer service teams.

Internal Collaboration

Work with Operations, Fleet Management, Planning, Warehousing, Finance, and Customer Service teams to ensure seamless onboarding and execution of new accounts.