Senior European Road Freight Business Developer

WR Logistics; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Commission

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Retail discount scheme

Career development opportunities

Job summary

WR Logistics is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager for Kent to drive growth in European road freight and contract logistics. The role requires a proven sales track record in UK freight forwarding, strong relationship-building, and the ability to win new business.

You'll manage the sales pipeline, tailor logistics solutions, and ensure smooth onboarding with operations, while travelling as needed. Driving licence essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in European Road Freight Sales within a UK freight forwarding environment.
• Strong B2B field sales or account management background.
• Good understanding of international logistics and storage solutions.
• Track record in winning and developing new business.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

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 sales

B2B field sales

International logistics

New business development

Communication & negotiation

Self-motivated & detail-oriented

UK driving licence

Willingness to travel

Tools

CRM system

Job description

WR Logistics is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager for Kent to drive growth in European road freight and contract logistics. The role requires a proven sales track record in UK freight forwarding, strong relationship-building, and the ability to win new business.

You'll manage the sales pipeline, tailor logistics solutions, and ensure smooth onboarding with operations, while travelling as needed. Driving licence essential.