Senior European Freight Sales Leader | Car & Commission

WR Logistics; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Commission bonus

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Retail discount scheme

Career development and progression

Job summary

WR Logistics in Kent is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to drive growth in European road freight and contract logistics, building a robust regional sales pipeline and new business.

You will identify opportunities, tailor solutions, and collaborate with operations to ensure smooth onboarding and profitable revenue. A UK driving licence and willingness to travel are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in European road freight sales within UK freight forwarding.
• Strong B2B field sales or account management background.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the Midlands.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities across European road freight.
• Build and manage a sales pipeline to meet revenue and profit targets.
• Understand customer needs and tailor logistics solutions accordingly.
• Manage sales activity and reporting via the CRM system.
• Ensure timely onboarding of new clients and smooth handover to operations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to maximise customer satisfaction.
• Consistently achieve gross profit and revenue objectives.

Skills

European road freight

B2B field sales

Account management

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Travel readiness

Job description

WR Logistics in Kent is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to drive growth in European road freight and contract logistics, building a robust regional sales pipeline and new business.

You will identify opportunities, tailor solutions, and collaborate with operations to ensure smooth onboarding and profitable revenue. A UK driving licence and willingness to travel are required.