National Road Logistics Business Development Manager

TN United Kingdom; Dartford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a National Road Logistics Business Development Manager to drive new business sales and customer development. This dynamic role involves generating a pipeline of customers, managing high-value client relationships, and collaborating with various business units to enhance service offerings. With a focus on revenue growth and market trends, this position offers a competitive rewards package and the opportunity to be part of a team that values expertise and commitment. Join a company that supports your professional growth and recognizes the skills of service leavers.

Benefits

Kuehne+Nagel Pension Plan

Route 2 Rewards Scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts and Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics and senior sales roles is required.
• Strong commercial acumen and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and generate new business opportunities for road logistics.
• Manage target customer lists and maintain a pipeline for clients.

Skills

Logistics Experience

Sales Experience

EU Road Logistics Knowledge

MS Office Proficiency

Commercial Acumen

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Data Analysis

Negotiation Skills

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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National Road Logistics Business Development Manager, Dartford

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Location:

Dartford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Logistics

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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5

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

The Road Logistics Business Development Manager is responsible for new business sales and customer development within the road logistics business unit.

Your Role

You will be assigned a specific sales area and tasked with identifying and generating a pipeline of customers moving volumes between the UK and EU. Your primary goal is to sell the core products of the road logistics business unit, ensuring revenue growth from both new and existing clients as agreed with line management. This position is based in Dartford or Bristol, with mobility required within these areas.

Your Responsibilities

• Identify and generate new business opportunities for the road logistics business unit.
• Manage target customer lists and maintain a pipeline for clients spending over £100,000 annually on road movements.
• Handle RFI and RFQ processes using Kuehne + Nagel’s Tender Management Methodology.
• Share knowledge and ensure team engagement with product activities.
• Collaborate with other business units to develop new traffic and product services.
• Regularly report on success metrics, pipeline status, and lost opportunities.
• Monitor competition and market trends to stay informed.

Your Skills and Experiences

• Experience in logistics and senior sales roles is required.
• Knowledge of the EU road logistics market.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Strong commercial acumen.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret and analyze complex data.
• Effective influencing and negotiating skills.

Good Reasons to Join

If you wish to become a valued team member, we offer competitive rewards for your commitment and expertise. Benefits include participation in the Kuehne+Nagel pension plan, Route 2 Rewards scheme with discounts and benefits, and an employee assistance program providing 24/7 medical, legal, financial advice, and mental health support. We are a Gold Covenant employer and recognize the skills and value service leavers bring to our organization.