Strategic Logistics Sales Manager – UK Growth

DK Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

DK Recruitment is seeking a results-driven Sales Manager for an established international logistics and supply chain business near Heathrow. You will develop and execute sales strategies, identify new markets and secure profitable new business while strengthening relationships with existing customers.

You will work closely with internal operations and commercial teams to drive sales performance and deliver tailored logistics solutions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Sales Manager or senior business development role.
• Background within logistics, freight forwarding, contract logistics or supply chain solutions.
• Demonstrable track record of winning new business and delivering commercial growth.
• Strong understanding of the logistics market and its commercial challenges.
• Confident negotiating at senior level and developing long-term customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve revenue and profitability targets.
• Identify, pursue and secure new business opportunities across the logistics and supply chain market.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, prospects and strategic partners.
• Manage the full sales cycle, from initial prospecting and tender submissions through to negotiation and contract award.
• Identify opportunities to grow existing accounts and maximise customer value.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity and industry developments to identify commercial opportunities.
• Work collaboratively with operational teams to develop customer-focused solutions.
• Prepare sales forecasts, pipeline reports and commercial performance updates.
• Represent the business at customer meetings, industry events and networking opportunities.

Skills

Sales management

Logistics

Negotiation

Relationship building

Communication

Job description

DK Recruitment is seeking a results-driven Sales Manager for an established international logistics and supply chain business near Heathrow. You will develop and execute sales strategies, identify new markets and secure profitable new business while strengthening relationships with existing customers.

You will work closely with internal operations and commercial teams to drive sales performance and deliver tailored logistics solutions.