Business Development Manager

WR Logistics; West Midlands Combined Authority; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics provider is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to join their team in Sutton Coldfield. This role offers the opportunity to drive new business ventures and work flexibly from home, with a competitive salary and benefits including 25 days annual leave. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in freight forwarding and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Supportive team

Great opportunities for progression

25 Days annual leave - In addition to Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience in a similar role for a Freight Forwarder in the UK.
• Strong background in Air/Road/Sea Operations.
• Track record of exceeding monthly GP Targets.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate and nurture leads, oversee the entire sales cycle.
• Initiate and seek out new sales prospects through various channels.
• Establish and nurture strategic relationships with potential clientele.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Sales

Customer Service

Job description

Business Development Manager (Freight Forwarding) - Sutton Coldfield- Up to 45,000

Our client, a global logistics provider with a real dedication to delivering top tier service to their valued clients are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to join their growing team.

You will be part of a thriving and dynamic company that offers flexibility to work from home & an exciting opportunity to make a real impact on the business by cultivating and overseeing new business ventures.

Work hours: Monday-Friday

Salary: Up to 45,000

Package Benefits

• Supportive team
• Great opportunities for progression
• 25 Days annual leave - In addition to Bank Holidays

Responsibilities

• Cultivate and nurture leads- You will oversee the entire sales cycle to ensure seamless transition into operations.
• Initiating & Seeking out new sales prospects through various channels (cold calls, emails, social media)
• Set & Exceed sales targets
• The point of contact for spontaneous enquiries and generating quotations.
• Arrange productive business meetings to organise logistical requirements
• Establishing and nurturing strategic relationships with potential clientele.
• Lead & execute marketing initiatives on various social media platforms.

Requirements

• A strong robust, track record of successful Business Development within the Freight Forwarding industry
• An ability to drive, succeed and pursue new sales opportunities
• The ability to thrive and succeed under pressure, whilst driving initiatives independently.
• An engaging and persuasive communicator & Negotiator
• Outstanding communication & telephone skills alongside administrative and customer service abilities.
• Track record of exceeding monthly GP Targets.
• Motivated and driven to meeting and surpassing Sales targets and KPIs.
• 2-3 Years' experience in a similar role for a Freight Forwarder in the UK.
• A strong background in Air/Road/Sea Operations.

WR Logistics are the 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.