Business Development Manager (Transport / Logistics)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Business Development Manager in Doncaster to focus on securing long-term transport contracts across sectors like retail and FMCG. The ideal candidate should have experience in the logistics industry and a proven track record in business development. You will maintain relationships with clients and develop tailored logistics solutions to enhance business growth. The position offers a competitive salary with commission and progression opportunities.

Benefits

Progression opportunities

Commission

Fuel card

Tech package

Company car

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in the transport or logistics sector.
• Proven track record in securing long-term contracts.

Responsibilities

• Identify potential clients such as manufacturers and distributors.
• Schedule and attend client meetings.
• Maintain relationships with existing clients for ongoing business.
• Prepare tailored logistics solutions.
• Ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Business development experience

Client relationship management

Sales proficiency

Job description

Business Development Manager (Transport / Logistics)

£55,000 - £60,000 DOE (OTE £90k - £100k) + Progression + Commission + Fuel Card + Tech Package + Company Car + Private Medical Insurance

Doncaster

Are you a Sales professional with experience in the transport or logistics industry looking for an exciting new opportunity to join a business that'll continually invest in you and your career?

On offer is the chance to become a fundamental asset to the business. You will be focusing on securing long‑term transport contracts across retail, FMCG, automotive and 3PL, maintain relationships with existing clients to secure ongoing business as well as identifying expansions opportunities.

This company has been established for 10 years and has managed to expand its fleet significantly. They are a UK freight‑transport company, specialising in road‑based logistics services moving goods for clients via road haulage and helping with associated transport logistics. They mainly operate in the retail, FMCG, automotive and 3PL sectors.

This role would suit a sales professional with experience working in the transport or logistics sector looking for an exciting new opportunity where you'll get the chance to enhance your salary package with performance‑based commission as well as progress your career.

The Role:

• Identify potential clients such as manufacturers, distributors, retailers and freight forwarders
• Schedule and attend client meetings
• Maintain relationships with existing clients to secure ongoing business
• Prepare tailored logistics solutions
• Ensure compliance with legal, safety and industry standards

The Person:

• Business development experience in the Transport or Logistics sector.
• Track record in securing long‑term contracts.
• Reference Number BBBH:23058.

Keywords: Sales, Business Development, Logistics, Transport, Transportation, Freight, Manager, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, Fleet

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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