Business Develpoment Manager - Freight Forwarding

WR Logistics; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in logistics is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth in the Freight Forwarding sector in Manchester. The ideal candidate has a proven record in sales and experience with Air and Ocean Freight. This role offers a competitive salary up to £40,000 plus commission and benefits like flexible working and a car allowance.

Benefits

Flexible working

Car Allowance

Commission scheme

Contributory Pension scheme

On-site Parking

Excellent training programme

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Experience in a sales role within freight forwarding.
• Knowledge of air and/or ocean freight processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with clients.
• Generate and follow up on sales leads.
• Promote business growth in freight forwarding.
• Provide accurate information for operations.
• Stay updated on market developments.

Skills

Sales experience in Freight Forwarding

Knowledge of Air Freight

Knowledge of Ocean Freight

Job description

Overview

Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding

Location: Manchester, UK

Salary: Up to £40,000 (DOE) + Commission + Car Allowance

My client is looking for a results driven, Business Development Manager to help grow their business in the Freight Forwarding sector. The right candidate will be a sales-person who has worked previously for a UK based Freight Forwarder looking to make their next step in their career. Knowledge and experience with Air and/or Ocean Freight is essential.

Benefits

• Flexible working - managing own diary and week
• Car Allowance
• Commission scheme
• Contributory Pension scheme
• On-site Parking for the Office
• Excellent training programme
• Opportunities and encouragement for progression within the company

Key Responsibilities

• To develop and maintain effective business relationships with new and existing clients, offering excellent customer service.
• To generate and follow up sales leads, visiting potential and existing customers to obtain new business at reasonable profit.
• Promote the business to new and existing clients to help grow the Freight Forwarding sector.
• Provide accurate information to internal operations staff in order that all relevant administration can be completed efficiently.
• Be up-to-date on current developments in the market and information on competitors.

Requirements

• Freight Forwarding Sales Experience
• Air Freight/Ocean Freight experience
• Experience working for a freight forwarding company

WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy