Senior BDM (Freight Forwarding)

ALS Recruiting Ltd; Greater London; Remote; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An expanding freight forwarding company is seeking a dynamic Senior Business Development Manager to drive growth in the South East region. This role offers a competitive salary, uncapped commission, and the autonomy to manage your own territory. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in freight forwarding sales and a proven track record in building client relationships. Join a forward-thinking team that values initiative and rewards high performance, and take your career to the next level in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Uncapped Commission

Car Allowance

Autonomy in Territory Management

Strong Operational Support

Leadership Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong background in freight forwarding sales with multimodal experience.
• Proven success in delivering and exceeding sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities across various freight services.
• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing and onboarding.

Skills

Freight Forwarding Sales

Sales Target Achievement

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Presentation Skills

Tools

CRM Systems

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Senior Business Development Manager – Freight Forwarding

Location: South East England

Salary: £65,000 basic + Uncapped Commission + Car Allowance

Type: Full-time, Permanent, Remote

We are representing a respected and expanding freight forwarding and logistics company that is seeking an experienced Senior Business Development Manager to drive commercial growth across the South East region. This is a key strategic role, ideal for a commercially driven professional with a proven track record in securing new business and developing client relationships in the freight sector.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive base salary of £65,000
• Uncapped commission structure
• Car allowance or company vehicle
• Autonomy to manage your own territory and customer base
• Strong operational support and a collaborative working environment
• Real opportunities for long-term progression and leadership development
• A company culture that rewards high performance and initiative

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and develop new business opportunities across sea, air, and road freight services
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with key decision-makers across various industries
• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting and quoting to closing and onboarding
• Collaborate closely with operations and customer service teams to ensure a seamless client experience
• Meet and exceed agreed revenue and performance targets
• Maintain accurate records of activity and pipeline using internal CRM systems

Requirements:

• Strong background in freight forwarding sales (multimodal experience preferred)
• An existing network of contacts and the confidence to engage with senior stakeholders
• Proven success in delivering and exceeding sales targets
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently while contributing to a wider team

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Business Development Manager who is looking to take the next step in their career with a reputable and forward-thinking freight forwarder.

To express interest or find out more, please apply today or send an up-to-date CV to [e-mail] directly with "BDM- Heathrow" in the Subject line; applicants without the required experience or with Visa requirements will not receive a response.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development, Supply Chain, and Sales

• Industries

  Freight and Package Transportation, Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, and Maritime Transportation

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