Business Development Manager (Transport / Logistics)

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

Job summary

A UK freight-transport company is seeking a Business Development Manager specializing in the transport and logistics sector. The role involves identifying potential clients and maintaining relationships to secure long-term contracts. With a competitive salary range of £55,000 - £60,000 and OTE of £90k - £100k, this position offers substantial career progression, performance-based commission, and various benefits including a company car and private medical insurance. Ideal for candidates eager to enhance their career in a growing company.

Benefits

Commission

Fuel Card

Tech Package

Company Car

Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in the transport or logistics industry.
• Sales professional looking for career advancement.

Responsibilities

• Identify potential clients such as manufacturers, distributors, and retailers.
• Schedule and attend client meetings.
• Maintain relationships with existing clients.
• Prepare tailored logistics solutions.
• Ensure compliance with legal and industry standards.

Skills

Business development experience in the Transport or Logistics sector

Track record in securing long-term contracts

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, maintaining relationships with existing clients to secure ongoing business, and identifying expansion opportunities.

This company has been established for 10 years and has managed to expand its fleet significantly. It is a UK freight‑transport company specialising in road‑based logistics services that move goods for clients via road haulage and help with associated transport logistics, mainly operating 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 and 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

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.