Sales Manager - Bulk Tanker Transportation

System Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics organization is looking for a Sales Manager for Bulk Tanker Transportation near Leeds. You will lead business development, manage accounts, and collaborate with teams to drive growth and deliver logistics solutions. Candidates should have experience in B2B development in transport and be able to travel across the UK.

Benefits

Car allowance

Significant OTE

Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven track record in B2B business development within road transport.
• Experience managing accounts in chemicals, petrochemicals, or food logistics.
• Knowledge of ADR and hazardous goods transport.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business development and manage key accounts.
• Design and execute territory development plans.
• Lead tender processes and develop proposals.

Skills

B2B business development

Account management

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Market awareness

Job description

Sales Manager - Bulk Tanker Transportation

Job Type: Permanent

Your Location: Candidates living in North East and North West England considered ideal. When not out on the road you will work from the office near Leeds.

Post Code: LS1 4DY

Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 + Car / Car Allowance + significant OTE + Benefits

Start Date: ASAP

Sector: Bulk Tanker Transportation, Hazardous Goods Transport, ADR, ISO Tank operations, Logistics, Supply Chain, Shipping, Intermodal Transport, Road Transport

Large global logistics organisation, a leader in industrial, chemical, food and automotive logistics are looking to recruit a Business Development Manager - Bulk Tanker Transportation.

Your role will be to spearhead growth across UK Transport & Distribution operations. You\'ll work in close collaboration with the Managing Director and operations teams, shaping commercial strategy, driving growth, and delivering tailored logistics solutions to clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive new business development and manage key accounts to meet and exceed revenue targets.
• Design and execute territory and market development plans, including key account strategies.
• Manage pricing, margins, and service mix in line with commercial objectives.
• Lead tender processes and develop winning proposals in collaboration with operational teams.
• Maintain strong customer relationships through ethical sales methods and proactive communication.
• Track market trends and competitor activity, reporting insights to inform strategic decisions.
• Travel regularly across the UK for face-to-face client engagements; periodic international travel may be required for group meetings, conventions or industry exhibitions.
• Take full P&L responsibility for managed accounts.
• Develop and maintain a robust pipeline to support short and long-term growth targets.
• Identify strategic opportunities, including market expansion and M&A prospects.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Proven track record in B2B business development within the road transport and bulk tanker sector.
• Experience managing accounts in chemicals, petrochemicals, minerals, or food logistics.
• Strong knowledge of ADR, hazardous goods transport, and ISO Tank operations.
• Operational experience is a strong plus, especially in transport, logistics, or supply chain environments.
• Commercially astute with excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ambitious, self-driven, and results-oriented, with the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.
• A confident team player with strategic vision and operational understanding.

The role will suit individuals currently working as Sales Manager - Bulk Tanker Transportation, BDM, Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, Sales Director, Account Director, Sales Account Manager, New Business Sales and be living within a commutable distance of Leeds, Sheffield, Manchester, Bradford, Bolton, Huddersfield, York, Middlesbrough, Hull, Lincoln, Nottingham or be willing to relocate.

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