Business Development Manager (Air & Sea)

White Recruitment Construction; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics provider is seeking a Business Development Manager for Air & Sea Freight. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in freight forwarding sales, manage a portfolio of clients, and develop new business opportunities across England. This role offers a competitive salary plus commission and benefits, with flexible working locations.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Commission

Benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in freight forwarding sales (Air & Sea focus).
• Proven success in winning and developing business.
• Strong network of contacts and an existing book of business is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and secure new Air & Sea freight business across England.
• Manage and grow your own portfolio of clients.
• Work closely with internal operations and overseas offices to ensure smooth execution.

Skills

Freight forwarding sales

Business development

Client management

Market analysis

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Business Development Manager – Air & Sea Freight (UK)

Location: Flexible across England | Salary: Competitive + Commission + Benefits

Are you an experienced freight sales professional with a proven track record of winning and developing Air & Sea business? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established global logistics provider.

You will be part of a dynamic commercial team focused on expanding the company’s Air & Sea offering across England. Backed by dedicated operations teams in key UK locations, you’ll have the support and infrastructure needed to deliver exceptional service to your clients while growing your own portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Develop and secure new Air & Sea freight business across England
• Manage and grow your own portfolio of clients
• Work closely with internal operations and overseas offices to ensure smooth execution
• Identify market opportunities and design tailored logistics solutions
• Achieve agreed sales targets and contribute to overall business growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in freight forwarding sales (Air & Sea focus)
• Proven success in winning and developing business
• Strong network of contacts and an existing book of business is advantageous
• Confident communicator with a proactive, solutions-driven approach
• Flexible on location – ideally based in England with national reach

Apply in confidence or reach out directly to discuss the opportunity in more detail.

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