Sea Freight BDM: Import Growth & Commission

Red Recruit Global

Essex

On-site

GBP 42,000 - 60,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Commission scheme
Company car
Company phone
Private medical insurance

Job summary

Red Recruit Global is seeking a proactive Business Development Manager to drive growth in freight forwarding, with a strong emphasis on import sea-freight services. The role involves building new client relationships, presenting tailored solutions, and traveling across the UK to secure opportunities.

You will manage your sales pipeline, conduct in-person meetings and calls, and work towards clear KPIs while benefiting from a commission scheme and a company car.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of sales experience in forwarding/logistics.
  • Track record selling import FCL services.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and secure new business.
  • Promote import sea freight services to clients.
  • Engage with clients through meetings, calls and events.
  • Develop presentations and proposals for clients.
  • Manage sales appointments and maintain a schedule.
  • Attend sales meetings and provide performance reports.
  • Create visit reports using the CRM system.
  • Meet KPIs for profit, activity and visits.
  • Build relationships with key clients to maximise revenue.

Skills

Sales experience
Business development
Negotiation
Communication
Networking

Job description

Red Recruit Global is seeking a proactive Business Development Manager to drive growth in freight forwarding, with a strong emphasis on import sea-freight services. The role involves building new client relationships, presenting tailored solutions, and traveling across the UK to secure opportunities.

You will manage your sales pipeline, conduct in-person meetings and calls, and work towards clear KPIs while benefiting from a commission scheme and a company car.

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