Business Development Manager - Temperature Controlled Logistics

Martin Veasey Talent Solutions; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading player in logistics and supply chain is seeking a Business Development Manager specializing in perishables and cold chain logistics. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience, strong commercial expertise, and a network of industry contacts. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary with the opportunity for bonuses and benefits. Join a fast-paced, international trade environment where you can make a significant impact.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus & benefits

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• 5-10 years in perishables, fresh produce, food logistics, or supply chain operations.
• Strong understanding of import/export processes and temperature-controlled logistics.
• A network of industry contacts across growers, importers, and food distributors.

Responsibilities

• Develop and expand key partnerships within the perishables sector.
• Take ownership of business development strategies to increase revenue.
• Attend trade events to build market presence.

Skills

Commercial expertise

Strong communication skills

Strategic partnerships

Negotiation skills

Job description

Business Development Manager (Perishables & Cold Chain Logistics)

Applications invited from candidates with Commercial expertise gained within the Fresh Produce, Perishables, Cold Chain, Supply Chain, Logistics, Import/Export sector.

Salary: Very Competitive + Bonus & Benefits

Location: Kent (Hybrid)

Drive the Future of Perishable Logistics!

Are you a seasoned Business Development Manager, Commercial Manager, or Supply Chain Specialist with a strong background in perishables, fresh produce, or cold chain logistics? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, international trade environment where your strategic thinking and commercial acumen can make a real impact?

If you've built strong relationships with supermarkets, growers, importers, freight forwarders, shipping lines, or logistics providers, this could be your next career-defining move.

About the Opportunity

A leading player in UK trade and logistics is expanding its perishables and fresh produce business, and we're looking for a dynamic, commercially driven professional to lead growth in this thriving sector.

• Develop and expand key partnerships with importers, growers, supermarkets, freight and logistics providers.
• Work closely with supply chain, port operations, and refrigerated logistics experts to create seamless, high-quality perishable supply solutions.
• Take ownership of business development strategies, growing cargo volumes and revenue while ensuring operational excellence.
• Attend international and UK trade events to build market presence and strengthen industry relationships.
• Lead negotiations, contracts, forecasting, and commercial initiatives in the perishables sector.

This role is a high-profile commercial position within a fast-growing, forward-thinking organization that is making waves in the world of fresh food logistics, cold chain distribution, and international trade.

Who We're Looking For

• A business development or commercial expert with at least 5-10 years in perishables, fresh produce, food logistics, or supply chain operations.
• Strong understanding of import/export processes, temperature-controlled logistics, and food supply chains.
• A network of industry contacts across growers, importers, food distributors, supermarkets, and freight providers.
• Proven success in growing business pipelines, increasing revenue, and developing strategic partnerships.
• A confident communicator who can engage at all levels, from boardroom negotiations to operational teams.
• Someone highly motivated, entrepreneurial, and commercially astute, with a passion for driving new business in the perishables space.

Why Join Us?

• Work with a market leader in perishable logistics & supply chain.
• Be part of high-growth international trade & cargo operations.
• Competitive salary (DOE) + bonus & benefits.
• Make a real commercial impact in a dynamic and evolving sector.
• Hybrid working with 3-4 days per week on-site in Dover.

If you have the drive, passion, and industry expertise to shape the future of fresh produce logistics, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now, quoting reference LX (phone number removed) and let's discuss how you can take your career to the next level!