Business Development Manager (Hunter/Freight Forwarder MNC/Ocean & Air)

Private Advertiser; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics leader in Singapore is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to drive revenue growth and strengthen market positioning. The role involves leading a sales team, identifying new business opportunities, and collaborating with regional and global teams. The ideal candidate has proven experience in logistics sales, understands Ocean and Air Freight, and possesses strong stakeholder management and team leadership skills. A proactive, target-driven approach is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in business development or sales within freight forwarding or logistics.
• Strong understanding of Ocean & Air Freight, Warehousing, and logistics operations.
• Demonstrated success in achieving sales targets and managing high-value customer portfolios.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Business Development/Sales team to achieve revenue and profitability objectives.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities while expanding key accounts.
• Collaborate with teams to align strategies and support corporate goals.

Skills

Leadership experience in business development

Understanding of Ocean & Air Freight

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Team leadership

Adaptability

Hunter mentality

Job description

Our client, a globally established leader in freight forwarding and integrated logistics, is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to drive revenue expansion and strengthen market positioning across Ocean Freight, Air Freight, and end-to-end logistics solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop the Business Development/Sales team to achieve revenue, volume, and profitability objectives.
• Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities while expanding key accounts and increasing market share.
• Collaborate with regional and global teams to align commercial strategies and support overall corporate goals.
• Monitor customer satisfaction, drive service enhancements, and implement best practices to support continuous growth.
• Mentor and guide team members, provide market intelligence, and contribute to annual business planning and product value propositions.

Requirements

• Proven leadership experience in business development or sales within the freight forwarding or logistics sector.
• Strong understanding of Ocean & Air Freight, Warehousing, and logistics operations.
• Demonstrated success in achieving sales targets, generating revenue growth, and managing high‑value customer portfolios.
• Excellent stakeholder management, strategic planning, and team leadership capabilities.
• Proactive, target‑driven, and adaptable, with a strong hunter mentality.

If you are a results‑driven leader ready to drive growth for a global forwarder, click “Apply Now.”

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.