Business Development Manager - Freight

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A freight forwarding company is looking for a Business Development Manager to join their expanding team. This role involves developing strategic sales plans, engaging with clients, and driving business growth in air and sea freight services. The ideal candidate should have extensive freight forwarding experience and excellent communication skills, along with a valid UK driver's license to facilitate travel across the region.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with project and general freight forwarding.
• Valid UK driver's licence and ability to travel.
• Sales and operational experience in freight forwarding.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement strategic sales plans for new and existing customers.
• Identify and secure new prospects in the freight industry.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key customers.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Initiative

Market Understanding

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Business Development Manager - Freight, slough

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Client:

Alchemy Global Talent Solutions

Location:

slough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Business Development Manager (Freight Forwarding) – London

Alchemy is searching for a Business Development Manager to join our exciting and expanding freight forwarding company in London, This position provides an exciting opportunity to work with operations and sales teams, focusing on air and sea freight services for both imports and exports.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Create and implement a strategic sales plan to engage prospective and existing customers.
• Implement effective sales procedures and processes to achieve business objectives.
• Identify and secure new prospects in the freight forwarding industry.
• To engage with potential clients, hold in-person meetings, phone calls, and networking events.
• Create captivating presentations and proposals for prospective consumers.
• Set and manage your own sales appointments, adhering to a structured timetable.
• Promote and market air and marine freight services for import and export purposes.
• Sales meetings and reports help to support business development initiatives.
• Create visit reports using the company CRM system.
• Meet essential sales performance indicators, such as reporting and visitor KPIs.
• Develop and maintain relationships with important customers to maximize sales potential.
• Monitor rival activity to preserve a competitive market position.

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience with project forwarding and general freight forwarding.
• Self-motivated and able to work alone, taking initiative to achieve success.
• Excellent market understanding and a proactive attitude to business development.
• Valid UK driver's licence with the ability to travel throughout the UK as needed.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and phone skills.
• Sales and operational experience in the freight forwarding business.

Interested? Reach out to Alchemy Global Talent Solutions today!