Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding

ALS Recruiting Ltd; South Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international freight and logistics company is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager in Yorkshire. You will proactively generate new business and develop tailored solutions to strengthen client partnerships. This role offers a competitive salary of £55,000 – £75,000, flexible working options, and a commitment to career progression. Ideal candidates should be self-starters with a strong customer focus and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Flexible remote/hybrid working options

Competitive salary

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private healthcare

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development within the logistics sector.
• Ability to generate new business opportunities independently.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business to meet financial targets.
• Deliver tailored forwarding solutions for customers.
• Manage customer enquiry process for service delivery.
• Identify growth opportunities through new customers and services.

Skills

Self-starter

Customer focus

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Job description

Job Description

A leading international freight and logistics company is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager in the Yorkshire area to drive growth and strengthen client partnerships. With a reputation for career progression, staff retention, and professional development, this is an exciting opportunity to join a company that truly invests in its people.

What’s on Offer

• Monday to Friday, 09 : 00 – 17 : 00
• Flexible remote / hybrid working options
• Competitive salary : £55,000 – £75,000 + commission & company car
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private healthcare

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively generate new business to achieve agreed financial targets, including cold calling and outreach
• Develop and deliver tailored forwarding solutions for both new and existing customers
• Manage the full customer enquiry process, ensuring seamless service delivery
• Identify and report opportunities for growth through new customers, routes, and services

Skills & Attributes

• Self-starter with initiative and adaptability
• Strong customer focus and commitment to service excellence
• Highly organised with a drive to learn and grow
• Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills