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Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding

WR Logistics

Southampton

On-site

GBP 60,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to drive growth in the Freight Forwarding sector. This role requires a results-driven individual with a proven sales background in freight forwarding to identify and pursue new business opportunities while managing their own diary. The successful candidate will enjoy a flexible working environment and a competitive package, including commission and a company car. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in a thriving company and advance their career in sales within the logistics industry.

Flexible working hours

Commission Scheme

Car Allowance/Company Car

Work Laptop and Phone

Company Pension Scheme

Funded Health Care Package

Opportunity for growth and development

Proven track record in Business Development within freight forwarding.
Experience in generating new business opportunities.

Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
Collaborate with teams to maximize sales opportunities.

Sales Skills

Relationship Management

Negotiation Skills

Commercial Awareness

CRM Systems

Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding
Location: Southampton
Salary: Circa 60k (DOE) + Commission + Car Allowance/Company Car
Working Hours: Monday to Friday - Manage your Own Diary

Are you a results driven, sales hungry freight business development manager, looking for a new role in the Southampton area? This role could be right for you.

My client is offering a fantastic package to help grow their business and Freight Forwarding sector within the UK. The right candidate will be an experienced and fully established sales-person who has worked previously for a UK based Freight Forwarder and has the ability to bring on accounts and business.

Established and tenacious Operators and Account Managers, with relevant freight experience, who are looking to progress their career in Sales will be considered.

Package Benefits:

Flexible working - managing own diary and week.
Commission Scheme.
Car Allowance/Company Car.
Work Laptop and Phone.
Company Pension Scheme.
Funded Health Care Package.
Opportunity for growth and development within the company.

Key Responsibilities:

Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
Generate and qualify new business opportunities through effective sales skills and relationship management.
Implement sales strategies to develop short-term and long-term target accounts.
Exceed new business sales targets, including revenue and gross profit.
Collaborate with internal teams to maximise sales opportunities and deliver exceptional customer service.
Represent the organisation at expos and within the local/regional community.

Key Requirements:

Proven track record of Business Development within various sectors in freight forwarding and logistics.
Experience in generating new business opportunities and implementing sales strategies.
Proficiency in reporting processes and CRM systems.
Commercial awareness and negotiation skills.

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