Senior Business Development Manager

ALS Recruiting Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car/Car allowance

Commission 15%

28 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Job summary

ALS Recruiting Ltd is recruiting for a Senior Business Development Manager – Freight to join a growing global logistics team. You will drive high-value freight contracts and build senior-level relationships with key decision-makers.

You'll need a proven track record selling Road, Air or Sea Freight at senior level, a strong commercial mindset and a history of exceeding targets. The role offers a competitive £55,000–£75,000 salary, car or car allowance, and a commission structure.

Qualifications

• Proven experience selling Road, Air or Sea Freight at a senior level.
• Strong commercial mindset with a track record of exceeding targets.
• Ability to build and maintain long-term strategic relationships.
• Proactive, self-starting attitude with leadership capability.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, face-to-face and via telephone.

Responsibilities

• Driving high-value new business opportunities in line with strategic growth targets
• Building, developing and maintaining senior-level relationships with key decision-makers
• Staying up to date with market trends, competitor activity and industry changes
• Identifying, assessing and reporting opportunities for expansion through new customers, new routes and new service offerings

Skills

Freight sales

Relationship management

Negotiation skills

Strategic planning

Leadership

Job description

Senior Business Development Manager – Freight

Salary £55,000 - £75,000 + Car/Car Allowance + Commission

About the role:

We’re looking for a driven and relationship-focused Business Development Manager to join a growing team within a well-established global logistics business.

What’s on offer?

Package:

• Commission: 15%
• 28 Days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Day-to-day responsibilities:

• Driving high-value new business opportunities in line with strategic growth targets
• Building, developing and maintaining senior-level relationships with key decision-makers
• Staying up to date with market trends, competitor activity and industry changes
• Identifying, assessing and reporting opportunities for expansion through new customers, new routes and new service offerings

What you’ll need:

• Proven experience selling Road, Air or Sea Freight at a senior level
• A strong commercial mindset with a track record of exceeding targets
• The ability to build and maintain long-term strategic relationships
• A proactive, self-starting attitude with strong leadership capability
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, face-to-face and via telephone