Strategic Logistics Business Development Lead

Dachser Se; England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Car Parking

25 Days annual leave

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discounts

Pension Plan

Health Perks

Internal Referral Fees

Long Service Awards

Job summary

DACHSER is seeking a Field-Based Business Development Manager to drive revenue growth across the UK. You will identify opportunities, build a strong pipeline, and win new business while maintaining excellent service for existing customers.

You will engage with senior stakeholders, tailor logistics solutions, and work closely with operations to ensure seamless delivery. This permanent role offers full-time hours and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Strong commercial and financial mindset.
• Ability to influence and engage people at all levels within an organisation.
• Clear written and face-to-face communication.
• Active listening to understand customer needs.
• Resilience under pressure to meet deadlines and targets.
• Foundational knowledge of sales concepts and methods.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the regional market.
• Maintain a strong pipeline through networking, referrals, prospecting and cold calling.
• Develop relationships with key decision-makers and understand logistics requirements.
• Prepare quotations, pricing proposals and customer solutions.
• Achieve monthly and annual sales targets.
• Manage opportunities through the full sales cycle from initial contact to securing new business.

Skills

Commercial mindset

Sales leadership

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Time management

Prospecting

Networking

B2B sales

Logistics knowledge

Tools

MS Office

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

DACHSER is seeking a Field-Based Business Development Manager to drive revenue growth across the UK. You will identify opportunities, build a strong pipeline, and win new business while maintaining excellent service for existing customers.

You will engage with senior stakeholders, tailor logistics solutions, and work closely with operations to ensure seamless delivery. This permanent role offers full-time hours and a comprehensive benefits package.