Business Development Manager - Freight

WR Logistics; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics recruitment agency is seeking a Business Development Manager to expand their Air and Sea Freight operations across the UK. The candidate will need a strong sales background with proven success in freight forwarding. This role offers a competitive salary, uncapped commission, and the flexibility to manage your own diary. The ideal candidate will build long-term client relationships and promote freight services to maximize revenue.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Uncapped commission

Company car or car allowance

Flexible working

33 days holiday

Long service bonus

Laptop and mobile phone

Pension scheme

Private healthcare package

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record in Sales/Business Development within Freight Forwarding.
• Previous experience with a Freight Forwarder or Shipping Line.
• Strong knowledge of both Air and Ocean Freight operations.

Responsibilities

• Build, develop, and maintain long-term client relationships.
• Identify, generate, and convert new business opportunities.
• Visit clients to present tailored freight solutions.

Skills

Sales/Business Development

Air and Ocean Freight knowledge

Client relationship building

Job description

Overview

Business Development Manager - Air & Sea Freight

Locations: UK

Salary: Up to £60,000 DOE + Uncapped Commission + Car Allowance/Company Car

Hours: Monday-Friday | Manage Your Own Diary

Our client is seeking an experienced and driven Business Development Manager to support the expansion of their Air and Sea Freight Forwarding operations across the UK. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proven freight forwarding sales professional with the expertise, network, and motivation to deliver results in a dynamic, growing business.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary + uncapped commission
• Company car or car allowance
• Flexible working - full control of your diary
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Long service bonus
• Laptop and mobile phone provided
• Pension scheme
• Private healthcare package (funded)
• Clear career progression and professional development opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Build, develop, and maintain long-term client relationships within Air and Sea Freight.
• Identify, generate, and convert new business opportunities across target regions.
• Visit clients and prospects to present tailored freight solutions and secure profitable accounts.
• Promote and grow both Air and Ocean Freight services to maximise revenue opportunities.

Requirements

• Proven track record in Sales/Business Development within Freight Forwarding (essential).
• Previous experience working with a Freight Forwarder or Shipping Line.
• Strong knowledge of both Air and Ocean Freight operations.
• Operational experience in freight forwarding (desirable but not essential).

WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.

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