Business Development Manager

VIA Logistics Professionals; Utrecht; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to 15%

Company car

Hybrid working model

Training and growth opportunities

Global company exposure

Job summary

VIA Logistics Professionals is seeking a Business Development Manager to own commercial growth in the Benelux region, with additional focus on Asia and the United States. You will drive strategic growth, win new customers, and design customised logistics solutions for complex needs.

The role requires a degree in logistics or related field, several years in contract logistics sales, and a proven sales track record. Hybrid working with a strong global exposure awaits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Logistics, Business, Commerce or related field.
• Several years in a commercial role within contract logistics.
• Proven track record of meeting sales targets and growing customer base.
• Extensive knowledge of transport, warehousing and supply chain management.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute growth strategies for profitable growth in Benelux with Asia and US focus.
• Identify and approach new business opportunities in retail, fashion, pharma, aerospace & defence and high tech.
• Translate RFQs/RFIs into complete, customised logistics solutions with operations and engineering.
• Manage full sales process from lead generation to contract signing using a CRM system.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with key customers.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and integrate them into business strategies.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing to implement and optimise commercial strategies.

Skills

Sales experience

Commercial growth

Negotiation

Supply chain knowledge

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Logistics/Business

Job description

You open doors others haven't knocked on yet. In contract logistics, across the Benelux and beyond. Our client is an international logistics service provider with a strong position in contract logistics, supporting complex logistics processes for leading global companies from modern warehouse facilities. As Business Development Manager, you take ownership of commercial growth in the Benelux region, with additional focus on opportunities in Asia and the United States. A role with real strategic weight, genuine freedom and a clear mandate to build.

What will you do?

• Develop and execute growth strategies to realise the organisation's profitable growth ambitions
• Identify and approach new business opportunities in retail, fashion, pharma, aerospace & defence and high tech
• Collaborate with operations, engineering and support departments to translate RFQs, RFIs and customer needs into complete, customised logistics solutions
• Manage the full sales process from lead generation to contract signing using a modern CRM system
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with key customers
• Stay ahead of industry trends including digitalization, sustainability and e-commerce and integrate them into business strategies
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to implement and optimise commercial strategies

What do you bring?

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Logistics, Business, Commerce or a related field
• Several years of experience in a commercial role within contract logistics
• A proven track record of meeting sales targets and growing customer bases
• Extensive knowledge of transport, warehousing and supply chain management
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills in English
• Innovative, proactive and team-oriented with a strong focus on customer satisfaction
• Knowledge of or a network in Asia and the United States is a strong advantage

What do we offer?

• Competitive salary between 60,000 and 100,000 euro gross per year, depending on experience
• Bonus scheme of up to 15% based on company results and personal performance
• Company car, laptop and phone
• Hybrid working model with flexible hours
• The opportunity to be part of one of the largest supply chain companies in the world
• International and professional working environment with driven colleagues
• Tailored training and genuine growth opportunities

About the organisation

Our client is an international logistics service provider with a strong position in contract logistics, known for a professional, quality-oriented culture where safety, continuous improvement and personal development are central. Employees are given responsibility and the freedom to take initiative.