Strategic Growth Lead — Benelux + Asia & US

VIA Logistics Professionals; 's-Hertogenbosch; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Laptop

Phone

Bonus up to 15%

Job summary

VIA Logistics Professionals seeks a Business Development Manager to drive commercial growth in the Benelux region, with a focus on opportunities in Asia and the United States. You will own the sales cycle from lead generation to contract signing and build long-term relationships with key customers in the contract logistics sector.

The role requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field, several years in a commercial logistics role, and a proven track record of meeting sales targets.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Proven track record of meeting sales targets.
• Extensive knowledge of transport, warehousing and supply chain management.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills in English.
• Knowledge of or a network in Asia and the United States is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute growth strategies to realise profitable growth.
• 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 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.

Skills

English communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor/Master in Logistics

Job description

VIA Logistics Professionals seeks a Business Development Manager to drive commercial growth in the Benelux region, with a focus on opportunities in Asia and the United States. You will own the sales cycle from lead generation to contract signing and build long-term relationships with key customers in the contract logistics sector.

The role requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field, several years in a commercial logistics role, and a proven track record of meeting sales targets.