Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding

ALS Recruiting Ltd; Dartford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Training & development

Collaborative culture

Job summary

ALS Recruiting Ltd is partnering with a global logistics provider to appoint a Business Development Manager focused on the South region. You’ll drive growth in road freight, warehousing, and value-added services, building strategic relationships with key clients across SMEs to large enterprises.

The role suits a proactive hunter with strong negotiation skills, willing to travel across the South West and surrounding areas to win new business and shape end-to-end transport solutions.

Qualifications

• Must have previous experience in Freight OR Logistics.
• Proven success in B2B sales within logistics, freight, or supply chain sectors.
• Self-starter with hunter mentality and a passion for delivering value to clients.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a regional sales strategy to win new business across freight forwarding, warehousing, and supply chain services.
• Identify and engage prospective clients across key industries in the South West, including manufacturing, retail, and e-commerce.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, from SMEs to large enterprises.
• Collaborate with internal operations, customs, and commercial teams to deliver tailored, end-to-end solutions.
• Represent the company at regional networking events, trade shows, and industry forums.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and provide regular pipeline and performance updates.

Skills

B2B sales

Logistics knowledge

Client relationship building

Negotiation skills

Job description

A global, Top logistics provider is looking for a motivated and commercially sharp Business Development Manager to drive growth across the South. You’ll be representing a major name in the industry, with a strong reputation in road freight, from domestic and European full loads and part loads to groupage and dedicated transport services.

This is a role for someone who enjoys being out in front of customers, building relationships, spotting opportunities, and shaping road‑based transport solutions that genuinely make a difference. You’ll also have the advantage of tapping into wider services like warehousing, customs support, and e‑commerce fulfilment, giving you plenty of ways to add value and stand out in a competitive market.

Must have previous experience in Freight OR Logistics Work Pattern: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Location: United Kingdom

• Competitive base salary with uncapped commission.
• Private healthcare and pension scheme.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with national support.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a regional sales strategy to win new business across freight forwarding, warehousing, and supply chain services.
• Identify and engage prospective clients across key industries in the South West, including manufacturing, retail, and e-commerce.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, from SMEs to large enterprises.
• Collaborate with internal operations, customs, and commercial teams to deliver tailored, end-to-end solutions.
• Represent the company at regional networking events, trade shows, and industry forums.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and provide regular pipeline and performance updates.

Skills & Attributes:

• Proven success in B2B sales within logistics, freight, or supply chain sectors.
• Strong knowledge of the South West business landscape and regional logistics challenges.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-starter with a hunter mentality and a passion for delivering value to clients.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region.