Business Development Manager - Perishables

New Appointments Group; Dover; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth in the perishable logistics sector. You will manage existing accounts and develop new partnerships while delivering exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate has proven experience in business development within logistics and a strong commercial acumen. This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid work options, and travel opportunities.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Hybrid working options

Competitive salary and bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development or account management.
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel (UK, EU, International).

Responsibilities

• Own and grow a portfolio of perishable clients.
• Deliver strategic growth through targeted business development.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure top-tier customer service.

Skills

Business development experience

Logistics background

Commercial acumen

Negotiation skills

Analytical abilities

Project management

Job description

Business Development Manager - Perishables

Based in Kent | Full-time | Competitive salary + bonus

Are you ready to take your commercial career to the next level within a fast-growing organisation and a world-class Cargo operation?

An employer of choice, lovely benefits to include 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, hybrid offered, Monday to Friday 37.5 hours a week. International and UK travel on occasion.

We're looking for a dynamic Business Development Manager to lead and grow our perishable sector across a national and international platform. In this commercially driven role, you'll take over a warm client base, manage existing key accounts while developing new partnerships across the supply chain - from importers and retailers to logistics and shipping partners.

You'll work cross-functionally with commercial, operations, and service teams to deliver high-value solutions for customers. This role demands a proactive mindset, exceptional relationship-building skills, and a passion for supply chain excellence.

What you'll do:

• Own and grow a portfolio of perishable clients
• Deliver strategic growth through targeted business development
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure top-tier customer service and delivery
• Identify and implement value-added supply chain solutions
• Drive profit and loss performance and project delivery

What you'll bring:

• Proven experience in business development or account management
• Background in logistics, supply chain, or perishables (import/export)
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage P&L and budgets
• Confident communicator with strong analytical and project management abilities
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel (UK, EU, International)

This is a high-impact role offering variety, challenge, and the opportunity to shape the future of perishable logistics.

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