Business Development Manager (Freight Forwarding/Logistics)

Rise Technical; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected logistics company is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive new business across global logistics services. The ideal candidate will have experience in freight forwarding sales and a proven ability to negotiate effectively. This full-time role offers a hybrid working model and opportunities for career development. You will play a crucial role in identifying new opportunities and building strong client relationships.

Benefits

Commission

Long-Term Career Prospects

Internal/External Training Opportunities

Company Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven sales performance in freight forwarding or logistics.
• Ability to negotiate effectively with various stakeholders.
• Experience in sourcing and developing new business leads.

Responsibilities

• Proactively source new business leads and follow up leads provided by internal teams.
• Generate new import/export sales across all modes of freight.
• Meet clients in person and conduct office-based account development.

Skills

Experience Freight Forwarding/Logistics Sales

Strong negotiation skills

Good track record in sales and business development

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12.08.2025

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26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Business Development Manager (Freight Forwarding/Logistics)

£45,000 - £50,000 + Commission + Long-Term Career Prospects + Internal/External Training Opportunities + Hybrid Office & Field Role + Well-Established/Successful Business + Full-Time/Permanent + Company Benefits

Excellent opportunity for a Business Development Manager to join a well-established and highly respected freight forwarder, where you will take ownership of driving new business across global logistics services and contribute directly to company growth.

On offer is the chance to work a commercially rewarding role offering full autonomy to source and convert leads, with flexibility to operate both in the field and from the office, backed by an experienced operational team.

This AEO-accredited freight forwarding business, specialising in ocean imports from the Far East. With direct links to all major UK ports and airports, they handle global shipments across sea, air, road, and rail. Their deep industry expertise and modern approach make them a trusted partner for importers and exporters across the UK.

You'll be at the forefront of our sales efforts, identifying new opportunities, building relationships, and providing tailored solutions to clients across a range of freight requirements.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a highly secure sector with long-term progression potential and training incentives, where you'll play a key part in their growth with driving up new business.

THE ROLE:

• Proactively source new business leads and follow up leads provided by internal teams
• Generate new import/export sales across all modes of freight
• Meet clients in person and conduct office-based account development

THE PERSON:

• Experience Freight Forwarding/Logistics Sales
• Strong negotiation skills
• Good track record in sales and business development